Sustainable equipment and supplies
We are continuously working on the materials, durability, resource consumption and other impacts of our non-food supplies while always guaranteeing end user safety.
Our chemicals come in a super-concentrated format which reduces packaging, water transportation and the number of deliveries, while innovations like no-rinse formulas, solid concentrates and demand for fewer wash cycles directly reduce the volume of water our clients use. Products that are effective at low temperatures and solid concentrates help to conserve energy. We reduce waste by using minimal packaging and recyclable or renewable materials where safety is not compromised.
We work closely with our office supplies partner, Office Depot, on the sustainability of our office and stationery supplies. Together, we have established a number of efficient product switches and procurement processes that are monitored at quarterly review meetings. Comprehensive environmental reporting systems highlight key metrics to support our purchasing strategy.
Sustainable disposables
Our commitment extends across our paper hygiene products, which come mainly from either Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified or recycled sources, and we have a range of recyclable, biodegradable and compostable disposables
All of our sandwich wedges have a PLA (polylactic acid) film which makes the whole product biodegradable. We list a range of cups, tumblers and salad containers that are compostable, made from annually renewable resources, certified to EN13432, the European standard for compostability, and manufactured in the EU.
Energy efficient appliances
Sodexo teams have access to modern energy efficient appliances, where consideration is given to the whole lifecycle cost, including energy consumption, maintenance, consumables and proper disposal.
The latest energy efficient equipment is safer, faster, purer and cleaner:
- Dishwashers that reduce energy consumption by using waste steam to heat the incoming water and cut water consumption by converting the steam into clean water and re-using it
- Fryers that can heat up 37% faster, use up to 68% less oil, and consume 30% less energy
- Ovens designed to be as energy efficient as possible, conserving fuel and helping to keep a balanced temperature in the kitchen
- Fridges with advanced temperature monitoring technology to ensure constant temperature inside resulting in up to 25% reduction in energy consumption
- Induction hobs that are 90% more energy efficient and cause fewer burns
- Ventilation systems that filter and purify air so that no pollution is created
Our core equipment supplier operates an environmental management system that is certified to the ISO14001 environmental management standard.
Download our Sustainable Supplies Procurement Brochure 2011.
