Climate action by our brands
Our product portfolio of over 2000 much-loved brands is playing a key role in helping us become a net zero company by 2050.
We work on the responsible sourcing of our key ingredients, and to increase the use of plant-based raw materials, with less greenhouse gas emissions, in order to support our Net Zero journey.
Evolving our product portfolio to support net zero
KitKat: an iconic brand working for people and the planet
We have taken one of the world’s most cherished confectionary brands and transformed it to include the environment and cocoa-growing communities among their key priorities.
Our approach starts with the raw materials that go into our KitKat products. We’re now working with 10 000 farming families in Côte d’Ivoire through our income accelerator program. This helps the farmers produce cocoa using techniques such as agroforestry which helps safeguard biodiversity and capture more carbon emissions. We’re also supporting them to keep children in education.
We are also innovating with packaging, using new paper-based technology and recycled plastics which help to reduce emissions. In the United States we have recently introduced paperboard canisters for the Vital Proteins brand. This packaging material and design change results in a 90% plastic reduction from previous packaging.
Nespresso and our climate journey
We are taking decisive action on climate change wherever we can as part of The Nespresso AAA Sustainable QualityTM Program. The use of agrochemicals, such as fertilizers, makes up the largest percentage of our carbon footprint in coffee, so we are actively working to reduce their use and embed nature-based practices instead, without compromising on quality. A win-win for both coffee drinkers and the farmers we work with.
Growing our plant-based brands
We produce a growing range of plant-based alternatives to meat products which includes burgers, sausages, tuna and filet pieces, as well as veggie-centric bakes and falafel. For example, Maggi Rindecarne, a mix of soy and spices that allows consumers to prepare a dish combining meat and plant-based proteins, doubling the amount of servings at an affordable price.
Adding plant-based options to our existing brands
Accelerating the switch to plant-based foods can help us in our progress towards net zero by 2050.
Innovating with fewer emissions
As well as offering alternatives to existing products, we have introduced a number of recipe changes in our portfolio. These maintain quality and taste but reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
In Nigeria, we launched Nido Milk and Soya, combining the goodness of milk and locally sourced soy. The product is a source of proteins, fibers, iron and calcium and is fortified with essential vitamins.
Moving to regenerative agriculture
Many of our brands are increasingly using ingredients from farmers adopting regenerative agriculture practices, which help to protect water and soil health, and to reduce emissions. In Brazil, Nestlé Ninho recognizes different levels of regenerative practices by paying tiered premiums on milk prices.
