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We’re committed to sustainability efforts that will make the biggest difference for our customers, our communities, and our environment.
In our efforts to do more good, we’re focused on four main areas.
More Sustainable Growing
At Wegmans Organic Farm & Orchard, we’ve cultivated a thriving center of sustainability, embodying the essence of organics and regenerative agriculture.
More Waste Reduction
To achieve our goal of eliminating waste, we actively contribute through donations to food banks and farms, implement composting initiatives, and continuously explore new recycling programs such as waxed cardboard recycling.
More Sustainable Packaging
In our commitment to sustainable packaging, we prioritize reducing plastic usage and opt for packaging crafted from renewable or recycled materials, effectively conserving resources.
More Responsible Sourcing
To reduce our carbon footprint, we focus on sourcing from farms and suppliers Near Our Stores to minimize food miles, employ CNG and electric vehicles to decrease diesel usage, and prioritize energy efficiency across our operations.
We’re committed to more sustainable growing. On our Organic Farm & Orchard in Canandaigua, NY, we use regenerative farming practices and crop rotation to grow the most flavorful produce.
“I am fortunate to have been given the opportunity to create our sustainability program and grow a department and team from the ground up.” – Jason Wadsworth, Packaging, Energy, and Sustainability Category Merchant, 35 years of incredible service
We created 560,000 pounds of compost at our Organic Farm in 2023, equivalent to 14 tractor trailer loads of food kept out of landfills.
Our zero-waste initiatives include donating excess food to area food banks and farms, a commitment to composting, and exploring new recycling programs for materials such as waxed cardboard.
“Since taking on my role in sustainability in 2017, donations have increased from 14.5 to 32.4 million pounds. That’s what I’m most proud of.” – Chris Foote, Sustainability Procurement Area Manager – Eliminating Waste, 35 years of incredible service
In 2023, 76.1 million pounds of waste was diverted from landfills, equivalent to more than 1,500 shipping containers.
We’re focused on reducing plastic packaging and instead using packaging made from renewable or recycled material, which uses fewer resources.
“The launch of the Smartstock cutlery program was the result of two employees submitting the suggestion during a sustainability competition. It resulted in a reduction in the use of cutlery and napkins, as well as a reduction in plastic, as the cutlery is 40% plant based.” – Ed Riederer, Sustainability Procurement Area Manager – Packaging, 29 years of incredible service
We eliminated 600,000 pounds of plastic and foam packaging in 2023, equal to the height of more than 500 Empire State Buildings.
Reducing food miles and emissions by sourcing Near Our Stores, reducing diesel use through compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric vehicles, and greater energy efficiency are all ways we’re working to reduce our carbon footprint.
“I’m most proud of our people and their willingness to evolve and adopt cleaner transportation solutions. Change isn’t always easy, but we picked our spots and the results speak for themselves.” – Matt Harris, Sustainability Procurement Area Manager – Carbon Footprint, 10 years of incredible service
In 2023, we eliminated 895,000 gallons of diesel, the equivalent of 24 rail cars of coal.
From meat and seafood to paper goods, we’re committed to responsibly sourcing products that meet our high standards.
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