JJ Foodservice has invested in solar panels at its Basingstoke, Bristol and Leicester branches, with the installations set to generate more than 1,100,000 kWh of renewable energy annually.
Part of the long-term strategy to become more sustainable, the business has also introduced a ‘CSR & Sustainability’ webpage where it outlines its ‘Planet Plan’ and progress towards reducing carbon emissions. It is also on track to have all branches equipped with solar panels by the end of the year.
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The group recently invested £2.5m to replace gas-powered counterbalance and power pallet trucks with electric ones, expected to reduce CO2 emissions by 1 million tonnes over the next five years.
“Being a national business serving thousands of customers, it is our responsibility to do business the right way,” said Kaan Hendekli, chief operating officer. “JJ is dedicated to enhancing its environmental credentials, and customers who shop with the company are supporting a business that is “dedicated to a better future.”
