A factory of Tetra Pak in Việt Nam. Tetra Pak Vietnam has achieved remarkable results in food protection, promoting circularity and combating climate change. — Photo courtesy of the company
Tetra Pak recently published its Sustainability Report FY22, highlighting the company’s progress across various aspects of sustainability.
The report highlights the company’s achievements in the past year, and ongoing initiatives to protect food, people and the planet.
During 2022, Tetra Pak achieved significant milestones, reducing operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 39 per cent, with 84 per cent of energy coming from renewable sources. This puts the company on track to achieve net zero within its own operations by 2030. Additionally, the sale of 8.8 billion plant-based packages and 11.9 billion plant-based caps translated into 131 kilotonnes of CO2 savings.
Tetra Pak also invested nearly 30 million euros to accelerate the collection and recycling of beverage cartons, while working with food technology incubators and start-ups to explore the future of sustainable food.
Mr Adolfo Orive, President & CEO at Tetra Pak. — Photo courtesy of the company
This was in the context of a year marked by considerable uncertainty, driven by the after-effects of COVID-19, supply chain issues and geo-political challenges. The combination of all these factors has resulted in significant financial challenges for businesses and consumers, driving up the cost of living and resulting in food insecurity for many.
“The current operating environment has emphasised the need for integrated, systemic solutions. This is the only way we can do to meet the scale and speed of change required to strengthen food access while reducing the environmental impact, in a way that leaves no one behind. This is why we have taken a holistic approach across five interconnected and interdependent areas where we can contribute the most - food systems, circularity, climate, nature and social sustainability,” said Adolfo Orive, President & CEO at Tetra Pak.
In Việt Nam, Tetra Pak’s sustainability initiatives have achieved remarkable results in food protection, circularity promotion, and climate change mitigation. Through these initiatives and partnerships, the company maintains its commitment to driving sustainable practices, environmental protection, and creating a positive impact on Việt Nam's ecosystem and communities. — VNS