Food services firm Compass targets net-zero emissions by 2030
The UK s largest food services company, Compass Group UK & Ireland, will switch to 100% electric vehicles (EVs), move 40% of its food offerings to plant-based proteins and will launch a £1m carbon reduction fund in a bid to reach net-zero emissions by 2030.
Compass Group has become a signatory of Business Ambition for 1.5°C
Compass Group UK & Ireland has unveiled the steps it will take to reach net-zero emissions across its own operations and value chain by 2030. The company will attempt to deliver a 55% reduction in emissions across the value chain by 2025, rising to 65% for 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Targets to be developed through the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) criteria.
A NEW BUSINESS supporting the Welsh hospitality industry has joined forces with top chef Bryn Williams. Compass Cymru launches with a commitment to apprenticeships and partnership with the Colwyn Bay Porth Eiria s chef. Compass Cymru is part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, the UK s largest food and support services firm and along with, championing local suppliers, it will foster the next generation of talent, announcing at least 50 new apprenticeship opportunities this year. Headed by Jane Byrd, Compass Cymru’s Managing Director, the organisation operates in more than 60 sites across Wales, employing thousands of people. Providing innovative, sustainable and high-quality catering and support services across sectors including sports and leisure, education, defence, and workplace catering, the company drives the availability of Welsh produce through its supply chain, with a focus on sustainable and seasonal produce.
20 April 2021 - Submitted by Olivia Powell Submitted by Olivia Powell on 20 April 2021
Compass Group UK & Ireland, a food and support services firm, has announced the launch of Compass Cymru as a distinct business within the group.
The business aims to support the Welsh hospitality industry by championing local suppliers, and fostering the next generation of talent by announcing at least 50 new apprenticeship opportunities this year.
Headed by Jane Byrd (pictured), Compass Cymru’s managing director, the organisation operates in more than 60 sites across Wales. Providing catering and support services across sectors including sports and leisure, education, defence, and workplace catering, the company aims to drive the availability of Welsh produce through its supply chain, with a focus on sustainable and seasonal produce.
20 April 2021 - Submitted by Olivia Powell Submitted by Olivia Powell on 20 April 2021
Compass Group UK & Ireland, a food and support services firm, has announced the launch of Compass Cymru as a distinct business within the group.
The business aims to support the Welsh hospitality industry by championing local suppliers, and fostering the next generation of talent by announcing at least 50 new apprenticeship opportunities this year.
Headed by Jane Byrd (pictured), Compass Cymru’s managing director, the organisation operates in more than 60 sites across Wales. Providing catering and support services across sectors including sports and leisure, education, defence, and workplace catering, the company aims to drive the availability of Welsh produce through its supply chain, with a focus on sustainable and seasonal produce.