PJ's Foods Ltd. Carbon Reduction Plan 2022 and Beyond
PJ's Foods Ltd., Scotland's leading sandwich manufacturer and distributor, is committed to sustainability by implementing a strategic plan focusing on achieving net zero emissions, reducing waste, optimizing supply chain efficiency, and embracing corporate responsibility. By adopting innovative solutions and sustainable practices, PJ's aims to minimize its environmental impact and ensure a greener future for generations to come.
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Carbon Reduction Plan 2022 and beyond Ensuring Our Past Doesn t Impact Their Future
Contents About PJ s Introduction Sustainability Strategy Sustainability To Date Corporate Responsibility Scottish Government Targets Zero Net Pledge Scopes identified Baseline Years Energy use measurement & Source Scottish Supply Chain & Why It Matters Waste management
About PJs Foods Limited Scotland s Leading Sandwich Manufacturer & Distributor Brief History: PJs began trading in 1996 attaining the BRC Food Safety standard in 2003. Current grade AA*.PJs supply to a wide selection of organisations including Universities, Colleges, Schools, The NHS, Retail units, In-flight caterers, Stadiums, Councils, and Sporting events. PJs operate from a purpose-built high-care / low-risk factory in Glasgow employing 85 staff locally. With distribution to the Scottish region, PJs produce approximately 95,000 to 100,000 products per week.
Introduction PJ s Foods are committed to change with an understanding of the long-term challenges faced by our industry , our people & supply chains Solutions are not always clear but the right conversations , with the right questions leads to innovative & lasting lifecycle solutions Our objectives are to achieve net zero , reduce waste , have the greenest supply chain and commit to corporate social responsibility
Sustainability Strategy PJs put in place a strategy of the four pillars of sustainability in 2022 focusing on Net Zero, Reduced Waste, a Greener Food Miles Supply Chain & a culture of Corporate Responsibility Zero Waste involving sourcing 100 % renewable energy supply, minimum order delivery, back haulage from suppliers, larger drops less frequently reducing Co2 emissions Reduced waste through zero to landfill, Refuse Derived Fuel in conjunction with Saica, redistribution of overruns, diversion of manufacturing by-product i.e. breads ends to animal feed (25 Tonnes Per Year), carboard capture (15 tonnes per year) Greenest Supply Chain: PJs have made sure our supply chain is the shortest possible with the least amount of Food Mikes and in addition supporting Scottish manufacturers and growers. Corporate Responsibility : Listed below
Sustainability To Date PJs now send Zero Waste to landfill. This had been achieved by using the Refuse Derived Fuels processing techniques with full carbon capture in conjunction with Saica Waste management Energen Bio-Gas Cumbernauld, creating electricity from food waste Rework of bread ends into animal feed with a daily delivery to Ardunan Farm (six miles from PJ s) 25 tonnes per annum Remanufacture of card boxes into pulp for wood chip & packaging 15 tonnes per annum New venture with Glasgow Chambers of Commerce as part of the Food & Drink Sectors Circular Economy 2022 Removal of the plastic wedge in 2020 from the retail range with the introduction of a card tray Introduction of the second electric fleet vehicle since 2017 CEED Award for Sustainable Remanufacture 2020 Introduction of Zero Plastic Packaging 2020/21 Delivery of overruns to Fairshare the Homeless charity since 2016
Corporate Responsibility Our Corporate Responsibility centres around PJs taking a legitimate and proactive approach towards our commitments Staff welfare & labour policies, carbon footprint & the environment, equality and diversity, our contribution to the local community and our social inclusion encapsulate our position as a key employer in the Scottish region Employees at PJs are aware of our objectives. As an SME they recognise our achievements because they are part of it The reinvestment in the staff and the local community drive our success ultimately benefiting all who participate Our contribution to local & regional commerce brings prosperity and growth which we have witnessed as a microcosm of activity
Corporate Responsibility contd We offer measured targets and transparency in how we access our achievements and as a company promote a behaviour of change Our impacts on Climate Change reductions are real and PJs can demonstrate that we have been wholly committed since 2006 Staff welfare is essential to PJs and our responsibility to provide a positive and fair environment creates the harmony which supports our success As a family-based company diversity & equity are the norm. With a flat management structure, empathy and inclusion are key to our achievements Our socioeconomic investments and our contribution to the community through documented activity demonstrates the commitment we seek and the contribution which have been returned
Net Zero Pledge PJ s Foods are committed to reaching net zero across our scopes 1,2 & 3 emissions by 2035 with any remaining residual emissions by 2040 Scope 1 : Direct greenhouse emission Scope 2 : Indirect Greenhouse emissions Scope 3 : Greenhouse emissions in the supply chain
Scope 1 identified Company facilities Company vehicles
Scope 2 identified Purchased electricity
Scope 3 identified Leased assets Business travel Waste generated in operations Transport & distribution Fuel & energy related activities Capital goods Purchased goods and services
Baseline years Supplier emissions declaration: BL year 2022 Baseline Scope 1 2030 Baseline Scope 2 2035 Baseline Scope 3 2040
Energy Use Measurement & Source British gas annual usage 59957 KW 22-23 British Gas Business electricity plans are zero carbon as standard, which is backed by electricity from renewable energy sources (72%) and nuclear generation (28%). Our renewable energy for business plans have a 100% renewable fuel mix Transportation impacts includes the use of 14 fleet vehicles Between 2020 and 2023 14% of this fleet is now fully electric As of June 2023, the entire fleet is fully compliant with the new Glasgow City Councils Low Emissions Zone ( LEZ )
Reduced Miles Scottish Food Supply Chain using three wholesalers only Supplier & Manufacturer Scottish Wholesalers fresh food Scottish Manufacturers Flour For McGhees Bakery Mustards & Pickles Meats Pasta Gluten Free Cheese Fish Bakery Salad & Veg
Supply Chain Summary Our main bread supplier McGhee s Bakery is located 2.5 miles from Unit We made a strategic decision to award sole supply of all our chilled & frozen ingredients to Fife Creamery some 60 miles from Glasgow with back haulage using our own vans who deliver to the Scottish region during their initial journey Our main Fruit & Veg supplier & processer is based in Cumbernauld some 14 miles away again with back haulage by our own Vans Additional sourcing from Scottish manufacturers with distribution via our key suppliers as noted above not only ensures the lowest amount of carbon impact but also supports the Scottish economy and commerce through the provenance of our product
Why Supply Chain Matters Identifying our environmental responsibilities Proactive sustainability initiatives delivered and proposed Protect food manufacturing in Scotland Recognising our social contribution as a Scottish company towards the livelihoods of our staff , suppliers , manufacturers and service providers Commitment to reinvestment to maintain our economic sustainability Being competitive and realistic
Waste Management in conjunction with Refuse Derived Fuel In May 2023 PJ s Achieved : Zero to land fill : Delivering Recycled Fuel for energy : With Full carbon capture
