The Supply & Demand Chain Executive publication, which covers the entire global supply chain, named Diageo North America to its 2021 Green Supply Chain Award.
The Green Supply Chain Award recognizes companies that prioritize sustainability to be a core part of its supply chain strategy and its efforts to minimize environmental impact across its operations. The distinction also recognizes providers of supply chain solutions and services supporting their customers in achieving measurable sustainability goals.
Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief, said there are “several industry experts and market research reports detailing Diageo North America that regardless of the pandemic, shortages, natural disasters and other supply chain disruptions, sustainability still remains a top priority in the supply chain. Whether it’s a new solution, a new program or just simply a new way of doing business, these winners showcased heightened attention to social responsibility and environmental governance. Regardless of the challenges the supply chain industry faces, a sustainable supply chain continues to win in the end.”
Through its ‘Society 2030: Spirit of Progress’ action plan, Diageo is now working to reach net-zero carbon across its direct operations by 2030, harnessing 100% renewable energy, and using 30% less water in every drink it makes, among other actions.
In North America, Diageo opened its first carbon-neutral distillery in the U.S. in Lebanon, Kentucky and announced plans to transition its Valleyfield site in Quebec, Canada to become carbon neutral by 2025.