The Nestlé Policy on Environmental Sustainability, first published in 1991, was extensively updated in 2008 and has ensured that preserving natural resources and minimising waste have become an integral part of the day-to-day activities in all Nestlé operations worldwide. The environmental performance indicators again show continuous improvement over the course of the last decade. Verification of performance data and factual information was undertaken by Bureau Veritas and details can be found in their independent assurance statement. Nestlé’s commitment to sustainability is aligned with our corporate commitment to creating shared value for everyone we touch – today and tomorrow. Preserving natural resources and minimizing waste have become an integral part of Nestlé operations worldwide.

Water is our top priority. Over the past 10 years the consumption of water in Nestlé manufacturing operations has decreased significantly while our production has grown. We aim to reduce the amount of water used per kilo of food and beverage we produce and to ensure that the water we discharge is clean and managed responsibly within the environment. We aim to promote and share water conservation methods with farmers and the local community.

For more information, including the Nestlé Commitments on Water, visit our water section.