Swiss foodtech start-up Planted publishes its second sustainability report: pioneering a sustainable future with plant-based proteins

Kemptthal, Switzerland, May 24, 2023- Planted, leading Swiss foodtech innovator in plant-based proteins, is proud to announce the publication of its highly anticipated second sustainability report. This report demonstrates the company's commitment to revolutionize the perception of meat by promoting plant-based proteins and its relentless pursuit of sustainability, taste and health.

The main goal of Planted is to stimulate a paradigm shift from animal to plant-based proteins by offering plant-based meat products that set a new standard of taste, with all-natural ingredients, no additives and a juicy, meaty texture. In this way, Planted aims to empower people to make sustainable, healthy and delicious protein choices every day.

The second sustainability report serves as a comprehensive overview of Planted 's remarkable achievements to date and provides an insightful outlook on the company's future direction. The report underscores Planted's unwavering commitment to prioritizing taste, environmental responsibility, pricing and health to drive sustainable change in the food system.

Key highlights of Planted 's second sustainability report include:

Climate innovation:

Awarded the prestigious Green Business Award Switzerland

Carbon and water footprint labeling of products on packaging with up to 87% less CO2 equivalent emissions and 90% less water consumption compared to animal-based products

Pioneering the first corporate carbon footprint under the GHG Protocol covering all areas

Sourcing:

Strengthening local sourcing through extensive testing of pure Swiss pea protein

No ingredients sourced from rainforest areas

Firm commitment to no palm oil and genetically modified organisms (GMOs)

Operations:

Main production facility powered by 100% renewable energy

Impressive 100% recycling rate for cardboard and no landfill waste

Demonstration of circular economy in action through upcycling of sunflower oil industry by-products

Introduction of environmentally friendly delivery methods for webshop deliveries, including use of electric cars or carbon offsets for the DACH region

Packaging:

Introduce 80% recycled PET in Swiss retail packaging, resulting in a significant 66% reduction in CO2 equivalent emissions

Use responsibly sourced materials, such as FSC-certified cardboard and wooden skewers

Introduce 100% recyclable webshop packaging and reusable cooling pads

Team & Community:

A diverse team of 246 Planted employees from 28 nations, fostering a multicultural and inclusive work environment

Gender equality with 43% women in leadership positions

With an impressive Employee Net Promoter Score of 8.3 out of 10, indicating high employee satisfaction and recommendation as an employer

Welcoming more than 2500 visitors to Planted 's transparent glasshouse production facility in Switzerland, promoting transparency and community engagement

Planted strongly believes in combining sustainability with exceptional taste. The second sustainability report demonstrates the company's unwavering commitment to its vision of transforming the food landscape into a sustainable one. Planted invites all stakeholders to join forces for a more sustainable future through the power of plant-based proteins.

To the Sustainability Report 2022