Nestlé Global Virtual Event: A 2023 Climate Progress Update

On 12th March at 3-4pm CET, IF hosted a virtual event in partnership with Nestlé.

Nestlé has pledged to reduce absolute emissions by 20% by 2025, and by 50% by 2030. This live virtual event will feature updates of its progress in 2023, with case studies illustrating how transformative action is taking place on the ground. 

The audience heard live from senior Nestlé colleagues in different countries, alongside implementation partners, as they discuss topics such as: 

• Nestlé’s overall approach to emissions reductions, and the progress and challenges encountered so far. 
• How ambitious climate and nature programs are working on the ground, as illustrated by two farming case studies. 
• The role of the food and beverage industry in driving change, including enhanced disclosures on a range of key metrics. 

We heard valuable insights from: 

• Benjamin Ware, Global head of climate and sustainable sourcing, Nestlé  
• Florence Henry, Global head of sustainability nutrition, Nestlé  
• Barbara Sollero, Sustainable agriculture manager, Nestlé Brazil  
• Alexandre Berndt, Researcher, The Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa)  
• Charlotte Podeur, Strategy and ESG manager, Nestlé Coffee Brands   
• Sukumaran Karuthara, Head of agricultural services coffee and tea, Nestlé India 

This discussion was moderated by Ian Welsh, publishing director at Innovation Forum. 

This webinar was hosted in partnership with Nestlé.

Please see here for the publications with further information on Nestlé’s ambitions.   
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