EXECUTIVE INSIGHT
In addition to big projects , we believe it ’ s the million little things we do on a daily basis that really move the needle when it comes to achieving net-zero emissions . For example , we were able to make real changes at our facility in Holmewood , UK , which started with the introduction of monthly ‘ energy walks ’. These walks identified areas where we could make a difference in energy consumption and optimise our refrigerator plant , which also improved overall efficiency .
However , most importantly , Lineage is driven by reducing food waste , which is responsible for around 6-8 % of all greenhouse gases . By improving the efficiency of our cold storage and distribution systems , we help reduce the amount of food waste along the supply chain , which has a direct environmental benefit . We also recently celebrated our first Food Chain Innovation Challenge across three countries – the UK , US and Netherlands – which championed innovative ways small businesses , students and entrepreneurs are tackling food waste .
Q . WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR THE NEXT 12-18 MONTHS ?
» My focus , and that of Lineage , for the next 12-18 months will be leading the charge towards a future where innovation , sustainability and customer -centricity are seamlessly interwoven .
This journey starts with our people . Employee development is the cornerstone of our success and will remain a big focus for us into next year .
I believe in empowering our team to reach their full potential , fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth . A motivated and skilled workforce is essential for driving innovation .
Speaking of innovation , we ’ re not just talking about incremental improvements . We ’ re aiming for breakthroughs . Whether that ’ s groundbreaking solutions to massively reduce food waste or using real-time data and analytics to create the
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