environment
Mars joins major global firms seeking climate change measures amid pandemic response
Mars CEO Grant F. Reid has joined over 100 CEOs of global firms including confectionery and ingredients sector companies in calling on governments to consider climate action as part of economic recovery plans from the impact of coronavirus.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Digital tool from BillerudKorsnäs could cut tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions from packaging
A new digital tool from BillerudKorsnäs evaluating the environmental impact of packaging could help reduce confectionery brands and retailers avoid thousands of tonnes of carbon dioxide being emitted, claim its developers.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Rainforest Alliance releases annual reports on progress towards key sustainability and environmental goals
The global Rainforest Alliance organisation has released its latest annual report, detailing projects with over two million certified farmers in over 70 countries on key social and environmental challenges including farmer livelihoods, child labour and deforestation. Neill Barston reports.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Food and Drink Federation joins action on recyclable material in plastic packaging
The UK’s Food and Drink Federation has joined an initiative with The British Plastics Federation (BPF), Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) has announced the launch of new guidelines, Recycled Content Used In Plastic Packaging Applications.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero drives towards delivering Cocoa and Forests Initiative environmental targets
Italian-founded global confectionery brand Ferrero has joined other major firms in releasing its sustainability performance action plan to protect forests in Ghana and Ivory Coast.
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Mars Wrigley joins with major confectionery brands in progressing CFI cocoa initiative
Mars Wrigley has joined with other major confectionery groups in releasing a performance update on its sustainability commitments within the cocoa supply chain in key African producing nations.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Ingredients group ADM pledges cuts in emissions and energy use
Global ingredients group ADM has confirmed key plans to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent and its energy usage by 15 percent by 2035.
Barry Callebaut moves towards its sustainability goals in Ghana and Ivory Coast
Swiss-headquartered Barry Callebaut has reported key progress on its commitments to the Cocoa and Forests Initiative (CFI) working with industry partners and Ivory Coast and Ghana governments, aiming to end deforestation.
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Ulma packaging welcomes government plans for plastics tax
Ulma Packaging UK has welcomed measures put forward by government to tax plastic packaging that is less than 30% recyclable.
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Montezuma’s chocolate commits to 100% recyclable packaging for its ranges
UK-based premium confectionery brand Montezuma’s will be offering its entire chocolate range in eco-friendly packaging, in what is believed to be a first for British brand in the luxury segment.
Mondelēz International join science-based sustainable business growth initiative
Global confectionery brand Mondelēz International has renewed its commitment to reduce environmental impact and drive sustainable growth at scale, by joining the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Rainforest Alliance enhances global Cocoa Certification Programme
The Rainforest Alliance is strengthening its key Cocoa Certification Programme, delivering a major global initiative to drive more sustainable cocoa farming.
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Symrise recognised for its environmental sustainability policies
Nonprofit organisation CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project) has awarded ingredients and industry solutions business Symrise an a-rating for its work towards protection of forests and water sources.
Chocoa festival returns to Amsterdam in its eighth edition
The eighth edition of the Netherlands-based chocolate festival, Chocoa, returns between 19-23 February 2020 in Amsterdam.
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