9fbtechreview.comOCTOBER 2025· Carbon footprint: Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, aligned with Science-based Targets with a goal of net-zero by 2050. · Water stewardship: Water usage intensity and water risk assessments at priority sites.· Responsible Sourcing: Ensuring key commodities are deforestation free, ethical supply chains and incorporating regenerative practices and· Waste and circularity: Percentage of waste diverted from landfill and packaging recyclability.To ensure continuous improvement, we embed these KPIs into business unit scorecards, conduct quarterly reviews, and link performance to executive incentives. We also use Product Carbon Footprints (CarbonGuide) and our NutriGuide to influence product innovation and customer collaboration. Data and accountability are critical--we publish annual sustainability reports and use third-party verification to validate our progress.Upcoming regulations and shifting consumer expectations in North America are significantly shaping Kerry's sustainability roadmap. From a regulatory standpoint, we're closely monitoring the FDA's updated definition of "healthy," which tightens nutritional criteria for on-pack labeling. This aligns with consumer demand for clean labels and functional nutrition. At Kerry, we're supporting our customers through reformulation technologies that maintain taste and extend shelf life while meeting these new standards. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws are also gaining momentum, requiring companies to take greater accountability for packaging waste. We're proactively redesigning packaging for recyclability, sourcing sustainable materials, and enhancing our data systems to meet reporting requirements. These efforts not only ensure compliance but also support our customers' goals in sustainability. Carbon disclosure, particularly around Scope 3 emissions, is another critical area. With anticipated SEC regulations, we're expanding our carbon footprinting capabilities and leveraging this data to guide sustainable sourcing and product innovation. Reformulation plays a central role here--helping reduce environmental impact while improving nutritional profiles and optimizing taste.These evolving regulations and consumer expectations offer a powerful opportunity to lead with science-driven solutions that create value throughout the food system. At Kerry, we're committed to being a trusted partner in this transition--helping our customers navigate complexity while advancing sustainable innovation that benefits people, the planet, and business performance. To stay ahead, we're investing in advanced digital tools and actively collaborating with industry groups to anticipate and adapt to regulatory shifts. Our innovation teams are focused on turning these challenges into opportunities--enhancing taste, reformulating with cleaner ingredients, optimizing nutritional profiles, and driving cost efficiencies.Start by understanding the full value chain--from farm to fork--and identify where your organization can make the greatest impact. Sustainability isn't a side project; it must be integrated into core business strategy. Build cross-functional alliances because you'll need support from R&D, operations, procurement, and marketing to drive change.Also, don't let perfection be the enemy of progress. Start with what you can measure and improve and build from there. Don't underestimate the power of data and storytelling. Quantify your impact but also communicate it in a way that resonates with stakeholders. And finally, stay curious--sustainability is a fast-evolving field, and continuous learning is key.Sustainability is not just about compliance or risk mitigation--it's a growth strategy. One area I'm particularly excited about is the intersection of nutrition and sustainability. This dual focus is where I believe the future of food lies. At Kerry, we believe that by delivering sustainable nutrition, we can create long-term value for our customers, communities, and the planet. It's a journey, and we're proud to be leading the way. Sustainability isn't a destination--it's a journey of continuous improvement, and we're proud to be leading that journey with purpose and partnership.
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