All Sustainability articles
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News
Greene King transitions 30% of managed pubs to fully electric kitchens
The pub giant said 473 kitchens now operate without gas, with further conversions underway as part of pub investment projects
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Analysis & Insight
‘People are choosing pubs based on sustainability credentials’
Mitchells & Butlers, Punch Pubs and Shepherd Neame shared insights on sustainability strategies, investment challenges and the operational realities of decarbonisation at this year’s Pub Conference.
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News
Greggs trials Eco Drive-Thru as part of sustainability push
New features at the Winchester site include sun tubes that reduce the need for artificial lighting, smart daylight harvesting systems, and solar panels powering all digital signage year-round
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Event News
Pub leaders to share sustainability strategies at Pub Conference
M&B’s David Briggs, Punch Pubs’ Jon Dale and Shepherd Neame’s Martin Godden will explore their approaches to reducing carbon footprints, cutting waste, and transitioning to renewable energy
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News
Hospitality sector to save £3m through new energy efficiency scheme
The initiative, delivered by Zero Carbon Services, will provide one-to-one support for pubs, restaurants, cafés and hotels to identify and implement cost-effective energy-saving measures
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Event News
Gail’s to launch sustainable ice teas
Gail’s head of coffee Jessica Worden told London Coffee Festival the brand is launching two new cold-brew iced teas infused with repurposed fruit pulp
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News
Greggs reports strong progress on sustainability targets
The bakery chain has published its 2024 sustainability report, outlining progress against the targets set out in its five-year sustainability plan, which runs until the end of 2025
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Interviews
Wahaca considers breakfast launch
The ’premium-casual’ Mexican chain is exploring the return of breakfast menus for the first time in more than a decade, CEO Mark Selby tells MCA
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News
Domino’s reports progress on carbon reduction and nutrition strategy
The pizza group has outlined progress towards its environmental and health targets, and set new goals for 2025
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News
Climate change threatens Britain’s brewing heritage
The UK brewing industry must act urgently to protect homegrown ingredients from the risks of climate change, according to a new report by the BBPA and Zero Carbon Forum
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News
Restaurants urged to rethink mackerel sourcing
The fish could be removed from UK menus after the Marine Conservation Society warned that most of Britain’s catch is now deemed unsustainable
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Events
Sustainability now a business imperative for sector leaders
Sustainability is no longer a nice-to-have – it’s now a critical factor in investment decisions, brand positioning, and long-term business resilience, leading operators told Planet Peach’s Sustainability Summit
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News
New recycling rules could cost pubs £60m a year
The BBPA has warned that new Extended Producer Responsibility rules will force pubs to pay twice for the recycling of glass bottles, adding £60m in extra costs
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Interviews
Pizza Pilgrims: 'We’re working to reduce the carbon footprint of each pizza we serve'
Sustainability consultant Jonny Lockett discusses the group’s commitment to minimising its environmental footprint in a finalist profile for the Sustainability category of the MCA Hospitality Awards
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Interviews
Shepherd Neame: ‘We’ve been purchasing 100% renewable electricity since 2021’
CFO Mark Rider discusses how the company is advancing its sustainability commitments through practical, site-specific solutions, in a finalist profile for the Sustainability category of the Hospitality Awards
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News
Sustainability progress at risk for independent restaurants
New research highlights a lack of support as the driver of a stark divide between larger hospitality companies and independent operators
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Interviews
Caravan: 'We only work with partners that share our values'
Caravan’s co-founder Laura Harper-Hinton discusses how sustainability is embedded into the restaurant and coffee businesses operations, in this finalist profile for the Sustainability category of the MCA Hospitality Awards, sponsored by Pernod Ricard
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News
Domino’s drives towards net zero with EV rollout
Domino’s Pizza Group (DPG) is advancing its sustainability agenda through a new pilot programme aimed at cutting transportation emissions by 3,985 tonnes of CO2e by 2026
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Interviews
Wahaca: “We’ve gone from 420 to 10 cows per week”
Wahaca’s sustainability lead, Carolyn Lum, discusses the group’s latest efforts to enhance sustainability across its 14 restaurants, as part of the finalist profiles for the Sustainability category at the MCA Hospitality Awards, sponsored by Pernod Ricard
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Analysis & Insight
UK consumers prioritise sustainable food choices
Consumers want to “protect the planet” with nutritious, sustainable meals, without compromising on taste and affordability, according to Sodexo research