New Delhi, Apr 4, 2025: McCain Foods India has unveiled its India Sustainability Report 2024, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey towards environmental responsibility and sustainable food production. The India Sustainability Report 2024 presents a compelling snapshot of the company’s progress, mapping its performance against McCain’s global sustainability strategy while spotlighting strides made in India’s operations.
The report highlights significant achievements in key areas:
- Emissions Reduction: 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions intensity.
- Renewable Energy: 28% of electricity sourced from renewables.
- Packaging Recyclability: 90% of packaging designed for recyclability.
- Responsible Sourcing: Working towards 100% RSPO segregated palm oil used for McCain-owned products by 2025.
- Healthier Products: 16% reduction in sodium (weighted-sales average) in McCain branded appetizer products as compared to 2018.
- Water use efficiency improved by 25% as compared to 2017
- Community Impact: Project Utthan has led to a 25%+ increase in the income of vulnerable farmers through transitioning to high-yield short term crops.
- Food Safety: McCain India maintains GFSI Certification of Mehsana plant and 100% of Tier one ingredient supplier facilities are GFSI certified.
Speaking at the launch of the report, Mainak Dhar, Managing Director, McCain Foods India, said: “At McCain, we are deeply committed to advancing sustainability in all aspects of our operations. This report is a testament to our progress in reducing our environmental footprint, advancing regenerative agriculture, and fostering innovation in food production. From increasing renewable energy use to ensuring fostering thriving communities, every step we take is aimed at creating long-term value for both the planet and our communities. While we are proud of the strides we have made, we remain committed to pushing boundaries, collaborating with partners, and driving meaningful change for a more sustainable future.”
Through its sustainability-led approach, McCain Foods India has deepened its focus on water-use efficiency, advancing energy transition initiatives, and strengthening its partnerships with farmers to promote responsible agricultural practices. The report underscores the company's alignment with McCain’s broader global sustainability framework, which has successfully onboarded 71% of its global potato acreage into regenerative agriculture practices—an essential step in building a more climate-resilient food system.
By integrating sustainable practices at every level, from farm to factory, McCain Foods India continues to set new benchmarks in responsible food production while reinforcing its commitment to both people and the planet.
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