All Sustainability articles – Page 4
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Analysis & InsightBars failing to engage on sustainability
Consumers are actively seeking out eco-information, with 49% stating they consider green credentials when choosing a drinks venue, according to a new report
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NewsHonest Burgers amps up sustainability credentials
Co-founder Tom Barton discusses the brand’s recently launched plant-based spinoff V Honest, an effort to cut the brand’s reliance on meat products
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Analysis & InsightSustainability a key factor in ordering decisions
Deliveroo’s Share of Stomach found 61% think carefully about where their food comes from, while awareness about health and nutrition is also a high priority
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InterviewsThe Alchemist hails greenkeeper sustainability champions
In the latest in a series profiling the nominees of our new Sustainability category at the Retailers’ Retailer Awards, MCA speaks to The Alchemist about how its bartenders, chefs and waiters are stepping up to the plate
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InterviewsMcDonald’s sustainability plan ‘embedded in grassroots’ of company
In the latest in a series profiling the nominees of our new Sustainability category at the Retailers’ Retailer Awards, MCA speaks to the people at McDonald’s behind the brand’s Plan for Change strategy
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InterviewsWahaca: ‘Sustainability is in our DNA’
In the latest in a series profiling the nominees of our new Sustainability category at the Retailers’ Retailer Awards, MCA speaks to Wahaca about how it’s aiming to continually raise the bar on the environment
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NewsSee your sustainability achievements recognised
If your business has gone above and beyond in its commitment to sustainability, you can put yourself forward for the new Sustainability Award at MCA’s Retailers’ Retailer Awards
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NewsSurge in dark kitchens leads to sustainability debate
Dark kitchens offer opportunities for brands to achieve economies of scale but pose potential environmental threats, market researchers have cautioned.
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NewsSustainability: ‘It’s about starting small and gaining momentum’
Removing plastic toys from Burger King UK’s kids meals had a much greater impact on plastic reduction than straws, which weigh less
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Analysis & InsightElectric vehicle charging on the menu for pubs & restaurants
As the electrification of vehicles offers new opportunities for landlords and hospitality operators, MCA investigates the commercial and sustainable benefits of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points.
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NewsSustainability is on the agenda at MCA’s Restaurant Conference
Pizza Hut Restaurants, Burger King UK and Darwin & Wallace will take part in a special panel on sustainability with Zero Carbon Forum.
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NewsMcDonald’s launches ‘Plan For Change’ sustainability strategy
McDonald’s UK and Ireland has set out its Plan For Change strategy to help it achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
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NewsHospitality tops environmental sustainability poll
Hospitality and leisure tops the list of industries most concerned about the importance of environmental sustainability according to latest research from Barclays, with 70% of hospitality and leisure respondents rated it as ‘extremely important’. The sector is said to be “achieving a strong balance between investing in environmental sustainability while continuing to maximise financial performance.”
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NewsKFC makes sustainability commitment
KFC UK & Ireland has upped its environmental credentials with a new net-zero greenhouse gas emission commitment.
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NewsBurger King sets out sustainability roadmap
Burger King UK has set out a four-year roadmap towards improved sustainability, food quality and ethics, which will see the chain use 100% recycled or certified packaging by 2025.
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NewsGreggs launches sustainability plan
Greggs has launched its first full sustainability plan, which will see it introduce healthier food items, cut food waste and source more sustainably by 2025.
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NewsBrewdog launches sustainability-focused Equity for Punks Tomorrow
Brewdog has launched new share offering, which is seeking up to £7.5m, with a stretch goal of up to £50m.
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NewsGBK exploring all options for long-term sustainability
Gourmet Burger Kitchen parent company Famous Brands has said it is continuing to explore “all options” to ensure the long-term sustainability of the better burger brand in the wake of the coronavirus crisis.
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NewsGet smarter about sustainability
Education is the answer to a more sustainable future rather than blanket negative hyperbole about plastic, a panel hosted by the SRA told the Food to Go conference. Though the demonization of plastic has dominated the sustainable agenda over the past two years, Spencer Craig, co-founder of Pure, said he “rejected the premise of plastic reduction, which in itself is not the answer. It’s about the reduction of single use packaging, but it’s been all put on plastic. Reducing plastic and using a virgin material which can’t be recycled instead is not a solution.”
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Analysis & InsightFour in five expect sustainability from operators
Consumers are demanding increasingly more engagement on sustainability from hospitality operators, according to the latest edition of CGA’s Future Shock report.