Sustainable Potato Enjoyment: Lamb Weston's progress report on 2030 Sustainability Agenda

Lamb Weston has recently published its 2021-2022 Sustainability Report, which is based on its 2030 Sustainability Agenda and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The company has been collaborating with its customers, growers, business partners, and employees to address three major challenges that it believes can make the most significant impact. Since its previous report in 2021, Lamb Weston has been concentrating on achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions from direct energy use, eliminating food waste and circular production, and promoting sustainable potato consumption as part of a balanced diet. Lamb Weston's CEO, Marc Schroeder, is driven by the global enjoyment of their potato products and aims to make them a healthier option that fits into a balanced diet. The company's 'Sustainable Potato Enjoyment' initiative reflects this commitment. In its sixth sustainability report, Lamb Weston outlines the progress made on six commitments related to its three main challenges: Balanced Diet, Zero Waste, and Climate Action. In line with its Balanced Diet commitment, Lamb Weston is introducing a variety of new products that contain less oil and/or can be prepared in a healthier manner. The company also promotes products with skin and thicker cuts, which contain less oil and slightly more fiber. In terms of Zero Waste, Lamb Weston is committed to sustainable consumption and production, and has reduced its food loss by nearly a third. All of its packaging is 100% recyclable, with boxes made from 90% recycled cardboard. While there is still work to be done in terms of Climate Action, the company has made progress in several key areas. It has reduced its product carbon footprint by 5.3% and its fresh water use intensity by 10% over the past two years, putting it on track to meet its 2030 goals. Looking forward, sustainability will continue to be a key factor in Lamb Weston's decision-making process. The company is focused on making its potato products more sustainable and will continue to invest in its facilities to reduce energy and water consumption and increase efficiency. This includes recent investments in a state-of-the-art Innovation Center in Bergen op Zoom and a new production facility at its site in Kruiningen, both in the Netherlands.