One of our priority strategies is moving towards the efficient use of natural resources and the reduction of our ecological footprint with sustainable actions that protect the environment and reduce environmental impact. In 2016, and for the third consecutive year, Grupo Herdez figured among the top positions in Forbes Mexico’s list of “40 Companies with High Environmental Commitment” for our efforts to reduce environmental impact and carbon dioxide emissions (CO2e).
Water
Water is one of the most important resources in our production processes, and we make every effort to reduce our consumption.
We have three installations for rainwater capture and storage, two in Cuautitlán (McCormick Distribution Center and Plant) and one in San Luis Potosí (el Duque Industrial Complex). We recycle and/or reuse 3.3% of the total volume of water captured, equivalent to 55,568 m3. GRI 303-3
Emissions
We were able to reduce the intensity of emissions by production unit by 12.3% compared to the previous year. This reduction is due to increased electricity consumption from the wind farm and the increase in tons produced during 2016. GRI 305-4
Waste
In our efforts to use natural resources efficiently in our production processes, we reduce and recycle our waste as much as possible, reincorporating it into new production chains. In the year, we recycled 76% of the waste produced. GRI 306-2
Energy
Our commitment is to consume as little energy as we can, increase the use of clean energy and prioritize the use of those energies which cause the least environmental impact.
The increased consumption of clean energy is due to the inclusion of the Nestlé Ice Cream plant and an improved supply to the San Luis Potosí, Chiapas and Santa Rosa Tomatoes plants. GRI 302-1