A Sustainable Future at Sainsbury's
“I'm proud to work for a company committed to sustainability.
As the UN's SDG Report 2024 highlights, ‘
Businesses have a critical role to play in promoting
sustainable consumption and production patterns.’
By ensuring our shelves are stocked with responsibly sourced products
and providing clear information to customers,
I'm contributing to this critical goal.”
In July 2021, Sainsbury’s launched "Plan for Better,"
a sustainability plan focused on making a positive difference for people and the planet.
It's built on three core pillars:
Committed to playing our role in mobilising action across our value chain to protect and restore our planet.
Committed to championing human rights, ensuring fair treatment for both people and animals and creating a place where everyone can feel safe and supported.
Commited to providing access to affordable, nutritious and diverse food to help make future generations and our planet healthier for longer.
“Our North Star goal is to support more of our customers to eat in line with the Eatwell Guide by 2030.”
A key priority for our business is to develop and deliver healthy and sustainable diets for all and provide customers with the information, incentives and rewards to help them make better choices for themselves and for the planet.
Good food for all of us
'So, “Better for you” is really about how we at Sainsbury's want to make eating good food something everyone can do – it shouldn't be difficult or break the bank. We use the Eatwell Guide, that official healthy eating guide, and how foods are rated nutritionally to help you see what's a healthier choice when you're shopping with us."
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In January 2020 & 2021, we discounted a range of less commonly purchased fruit and vegetables to just 60p, providing our customers with the value and the encouragement to try something new.
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We also have entry price point ranges of 'Imperfectly Tasty' and 'Greengrocer' fruit and vegetables, ensuring that fresh fruit & veg is accessible to all customers.
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Making changes to the types and amount of protein containing foods we eat is one of the ways we can achieve a diet more in-line with the Eatwell Guide. As studies have shown shifting diets closer to this recommendation would have benefits for both our health and the health of the environment too
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It take a nation to nourish the nation.
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A good source of plant-based protein and a good source of fibre. They count as 1 of 5 a day and are low in fat. Eating a variety delivers an array of vitamins and minerals.
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Sainsbury's is embracing hydroponics, a soil-less, water-based method for growing plants, to address future food challenges. This technique uses less water, increases efficiency, allows year-round production, and reduces pesticide reliance.
Sainsbury's Nine Elms store in London showcases a vertical farm with Infarm, growing produce in-store. They also source hydroponically grown products from suppliers like GrowUp Farms.
Hydroponics isn't new; ancient civilizations like the Aztecs and Babylonians used similar methods. Today, it's used commercially for various crops.
Sainsbury's believes hydroponics can increase local food production, improve food security, and promote sustainable agriculture.
We're making healthier choices easier with initiatives like our 'Try Your Halfest' campaign, which encourages plant-rich meals. We also offer a wider range of nutritious and affordable products and clear labeling to help you make informed choices.
We're taking action to reduce our environmental impact and protect the planet for future generations. This includes reducing carbon emissions, tackling food waste, and sourcing products more sustainably.
We're building a more inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We're also committed to supporting our local communities and making a positive contribution to society.
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On Sustainable Consumption and Production (SDG 12):
"We need to fundamentally rethink the way we produce, consume, and dispose of goods and services."
On Responsible Sourcing and Partnerships (SDGs 8, 12, 17):