A Revolution in the Food Industry
Europastry, the leading company in the frozen baked goods sector, has achieved remarkable success in its mission to reduce its ecological footprint. Closing out the 2023 financial year, they announced an impressive 62% reduction in carbon emissions since 2019.
This reduction, equivalent to 70 million kilograms less emissions per year, is a testament to the company’s commitment to the environment and long-term sustainability.
Innovation for the Planet
One of Europastry’s most notable milestones is its effort to embrace renewable energy. With the project of installing solar panels at its plants in Sarral and Vallmoll, in Tarragona, the company is on the way to becoming a leader in industrial self-consumption in Spain.
The photovoltaic panels installed are expected to generate 6,436 MWh of energy annually for self-consumption, reducing CO₂ emissions by 2,030,800 kilograms each year and reducing the company’s overall electricity consumption by 25%.
Commitment to the Future
Europastry has set ambitious goals for the future, including the goal of using only electricity from renewable sources in all of its production plants by 2027.
This is part of a pattern of continuous commitment to sustainability, as demonstrated by the commissioning of a new carbon-neutral production line at its Oldenzaal facility in the Netherlands, powered exclusively by renewable energy sources .
Innovation in Logistics
In addition to environmental initiatives, Europastry is also revolutionizing its logistics to reduce its impact on the environment. Its active participation in the European initiative Léin & Green is an example of this.
Using a sustainable fleet that combines mega-trucks, natural gas vehicles and electric transport, the company is committed to reducing greenhouse gases in its logistics chain, embracing a vision of sustainability in all aspects of its business .
A Leadership With Values
Jordi Gallés, executive president of Europastry, highlights the company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation. The values and ethics that guide the business translate into a vision of the future focused on amplifying positive effects and reducing negative impacts throughout the value chain.
The promise of care and respect for the environment and community is the driving force behind Europastry, which seeks not only to improve its own business, but also the world in which we live.
Agriculture of the Future
Europastry is leading the way towards more sustainable agriculture with its Responsible Wheat label. This program, which emphasizes social and environmental responsibility, is transforming the way food is grown.
With the aim of expanding its positive influence, Europastry has set out to significantly increase the area of land under the Responsible Wheat label. This growth will not only improve crop quality, but also benefit participating farmers with financial incentives.
With practices such as the use of certified seeds, the reduction of polluting agents and the implementation of regenerative agricultural methods, Europastry is leading the way towards a more sustainable and responsible food industry.