'UNFI has a long tradition of doing the right thing - giving back and operating our business in a way that minimizes our environmental footprint. As we grow, we remain committed to being good stewards of our planet, our communities, and our people,' said
The Report was developed using two of the leading sustainability reporting frameworks as a reference - SASB (
Better for Our World
Generated 5,745 MWh in on-site solar energy, equivalent to CO2 emissions from the electricity use of 688 U.S. homes for one year.
Earned Management level score (B) for our 2019 disclosure to CDP Climate Change, reflecting an increased focus on evaluating the environmental impacts of our supply chain and a higher level of oversight of sustainability topics.
Expanded our
Better for Our Communities
Awarded more than
Spent
Donated 33 million+ pounds of food- the equivalent of nearly 28 million meals.
Supported the creation of more than 140,000 acres of new organic farmland through our
Better for Our People
Renewed focus on safety puts the well-being of our associates at the forefront of everything we do.
Launched new wellness program for associates with tools and resources to encourage healthy habits, like getting enough sleep, being active, and eating healthy.
Launched new volunteering and giving portal, making it easier for our associates to join us in giving back.
Created a new recognition program, encouraging our associates to celebrate great work every day.
'We believe better food can only come from a healthy planet, and we're focused on doing our part so that future generations have access to clean air and water, and a safe and nutritious food supply,' said
The full 2019 UNFI Corporate Social Responsibility Report is available online at https://www.unfi.com/sustainability-report-2019-overview.
Looking ahead, UNFI is conducting a materiality assessment to prioritize social and environmental issues of key concern to the business and its stakeholders, which will further inform the Company's future sustainability commitments and initiatives. The results of this strategy work will be shared in UNFI's 2020 report.
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