Leading UK food manufacturer The Compleat Food Group has published its 2024/25 ESG Report, showcasing the steps it has taken over the past year to reduce its environmental footprint, support communities, and improve the nutritional profile of its products.
A key focus has been the continued rollout of its Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) programme across branded products. This initiative is helping the Group identify opportunities to reformulate products in ways that reduce their environmental impact across nature, climate and health, all while maintaining product quality. The insights gained from LCA have also supported the development of the Group’s formal nutritional positioning and the introduction of impact metrics, helping to shape future product strategy.
Packaging improvements have been another major focus. The Group’s trayless pork pie and slices initiative has saved 110 tonnes of plastic annually, while redesigned quiche and hot pie cartons eliminated a further 7.5 tonnes. In addition, wrinklewall foils for baked goods now contain 87% recycled aluminium, helping to cut 919 tonnes of CO2 emissions each year. These changes support Compleat’s packaging targets and commitment to reducing single-use plastics.
Nature and biodiversity have been championed through the Compleat Nature programme, which includes the installation of 13 pollinator monitoring devices across six sites, supporting the creation of wildflower habitats and enhancing green spaces for colleagues and local ecosystems.
Another highlight is the Group’s continued commitment to social value, with over £100,000 raised in the first year of its partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support. The Group also donated more than 315,000 meals to FareShare, helping to redistribute surplus food to those in need across the country.
Governance improvements include the launch of a new Ethical Management System, designed to embed responsible practices across the supply chain. The Group also strengthened its Responsible Sourcing Code and expanded its European Farm Partnership animal welfare scheme, reinforcing its commitment to transparency, human rights and ethical sourcing.
David Moore, ESG Director for The Compleat Food Group, said:
“This year’s ESG report reflects the values that drive us every day to shape a future-fit food system. More than a set of metrics, it shows how we’ve made real, tangible progress that’s helping to protect our people and planet. From reducing food waste and plastic packaging to supporting biodiversity and improving nutrition, we’re proudly embedding sustainability into every decision we make. Our purpose - making Food to Feel Good - continues to guide us as we grow responsibly and deliver lasting impact.”
The launch of the ESG Report follows The Compleat Food Group’s recent brand refresh, which unified its purpose across all touchpoints and introduced a new visual identity. The refreshed brand reflects the Group’s ambition to lead the UK’s food industry with innovation, integrity and impact.
To read the full ESG Report, visit: https://www.compleatfood.com/impact/