The finalists for the Footprint Awards have been shortlisted by the Footprint Awards Judges.
Congratulations to all those who have made the shortlist and our commiserations to those who have not. It has been a very competitive year with over 100 high quality entries. Thank you for your participation.
Winners will now be selected by our independent panel of judges and the winners will be announced at a sparkling Awards Dinner on 19th May at the RIBA in London's West End.
The Footprint Awards Shortlist*
Sustainable Use of Natural Resources Award
Alpro soya
Greenvale AP
R-OIL
Innovations in Packaging Award
Llanllyr Water Company
The Paper Pallet Company
Solo Cup Europe
Sustainable Sourcing Award
BaxterStorey
Brakes Group
Cafédirect
Nestlé Professional
Strattons Hotel, Swaffham
Environmentally Efficient Logistics Award
Brakes Group
3663
Reynolds
Corporate Social & Environmental
Responsibility Award
Apetito UK
Bartlett Mitchell
Brakes Group
Cafédirect
CH&Co
Pret A Manger
Sodexo
Unilever Foodsolutions
Wahaca
British Supply Award
BaxterStorey
Brakes Group
CH&Co
Energy Efficiency Award
Creed Foodservice
Meiko UK
Winterhalter
Best Sustainable Catering Equipment
Dudson
Gram UK
Winterhalter
Best Sustainable Foodservice Installation
Mechline Developments Ltd for HMS
Collingwood
Meiko UK for The Royal Garden Hotel
Space Catering Equipment for The Scarlet
Hotel, Cornwall
Commercial Benefit Through Sustainable
Practice Award
BaxterStorey
Bunzl Vending Services
Creed Foodservice
Internal Communications Award
Bartlett Mitchell
3663
Consumer Engagement Award
Beacon Purchasing
Partners In Purchasing
Wahaca
Special Achievement Award
Ian Booth Reynolds
Katie Dudson Dudson
Nicki Fisher Pret A Manger
Caroline Fry CH&Co
Tamsin Gane Sodexo
Thomasina Miers Wahaca
Debra Patterson The Savoy Hotel
Cyrus Todiwala OBE DL Stratemarco
Diane Webster Beacon Purchasing
*Numbers of shortlisted companies in different categories vary according to the numbers of entries received and where judges scores for entries are tied.
Judging Panel
David Clarke Red Tractor
Bill Downie Managing Director, Meiko UK Limited
Nicola Ellen Ellen Consultancy Services Limited
Lorna Hayes Food Chain Adviser, National Farmers Union
Steve Loughton Standex Food Services Equipment
Paula Moon Nestlé Professional
Steve Munkley Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington
Paul Pegg Keystone Distribution Europe
Glenn Roberts Gram UK
Cyrus Todiwala Café Spice Namasté
Neil Whittall Huhtamaki UK
Bethan Wood University of Glasgow
Thursday, 21 April 2011
Thursday, 17 March 2011
Footprint Awards Judges Are Getting Down To Business
The Footprint Awards closed to new entries this week and with over 100 entries to the categories from across the foodservice sector all eyes are now turning to the shortlist and the Awards dinner at the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects). Those attending can look forward to an extraordinary evening which aims to celebrate the best in sustainability – both on-stage and on the dinner tables.
The RIBA is a beautiful venue with its own stringent sustainability guidelines and the menu, designed by CH&Co’s Executive Chef David Cavalier, will use sustainably produced ingredients. Even the crockery, the staff uniforms, the table linen, the fine wine and cocktails - all will tell a story of sustainability. The evening is about showing that being sensitive to your environment can also titillate the taste buds!
And to draw attention to the good things that are happening in Foodservice, the evening will feature some surprising creations from Fashion students that will open our eyes to how we can think differently about what we consume and how we can reuse it.
Talking of students, The Footprint Awards are more than just industry recognition; they’re all about encouraging new talent into the industry. At a time when graduate job and work placements are at a premium, the Awards have started a student internship scheme – supported by sponsors – to create new research and to provide students in sustainability some experience in the world of work. The 19th May will see a gathering of leaders in sustainability from the across the foodservice supply chain for an extraordinary celebration.
The RIBA is a beautiful venue with its own stringent sustainability guidelines and the menu, designed by CH&Co’s Executive Chef David Cavalier, will use sustainably produced ingredients. Even the crockery, the staff uniforms, the table linen, the fine wine and cocktails - all will tell a story of sustainability. The evening is about showing that being sensitive to your environment can also titillate the taste buds!
And to draw attention to the good things that are happening in Foodservice, the evening will feature some surprising creations from Fashion students that will open our eyes to how we can think differently about what we consume and how we can reuse it.
Talking of students, The Footprint Awards are more than just industry recognition; they’re all about encouraging new talent into the industry. At a time when graduate job and work placements are at a premium, the Awards have started a student internship scheme – supported by sponsors – to create new research and to provide students in sustainability some experience in the world of work. The 19th May will see a gathering of leaders in sustainability from the across the foodservice supply chain for an extraordinary celebration.
Wednesday, 19 January 2011
Footprint Awards Deadline for Entries Extended
Monday 19th January was officially “Blue Monday” and with VAT changes to deal with, new government policy coming out of Westminster like fireworks on bonfire night, environmental disasters around the world and media coverage about food security it’s not surprising that we have a lot to think about right now. So Footprint have decided to extend the deadline for entry to the Footprint Awards until March 14th 2011 so that we can all recover from the New Year onslaught and concentrate on reducing the environmental impact of the foodservice business and creating a more sustainable industry. Enter the Footprint Awards now and get recognised for your efforts towards environmental excellence and sustainability. It may be what makes the difference to your customers and consumers.
Thursday, 9 December 2010
More than one million people in the UK will be offered MSC certified sustainable fish in workplace restaurants, schools, hospitals and defence sites, thanks to leading foodservice provider Sodexo.
In a world-first, Sodexo has had all of its restaurants and cafés certified to serve Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified sustainable fish. MSC fish will be available in around a thousand sites ranging from Manchester Royal Infirmary, the Co-operative and Eton College to primary schools in Wiltshire, Colchester Garrison, Blenheim Palace and Chelsea Flower Show.
Hannah Arcaro, UK Foodservice Manager at the MSC, said: “What Sodexo has achieved is nothing less than amazing. Serving MSC certified sustainable fish at nearly a thousand sites will introduce a huge cross-section of British consumers to the issues around overfishing and how they can be part of the solution. By helping to reward the certified fisheries around the world, who have proven that they are fishing sustainably, Sodexo and its customers will be helping to transform the seafood market to a sustainable basis.”
Michelle Hanson, Commercial Director, Sodexo UK & Ireland, said: "This is a landmark achievement for us. MSC certification of our restaurants and cafés was an ambitious target that we set ourselves as part of the Better Tomorrow Plan, our sustainability strategy to 2020.
"Like most people, we were alarmed to hear about declining fish stocks. Through MSC certification, we believe we are making a real difference in helping to protect the world's fish stocks.
"Traceability of our fish from boat to plate has always been very important to us. With the MSC Chain of Custody certification, we have complete assurance that every step of the supply chain has been certified to ensure that we know that every piece of MSC fish that we serve comes from a well managed fishery.
"We are passionate about sustainable sourcing at Sodexo and have really engaged with our staff and customers at each of our sites with training initiatives and promotional material to get everyone working together to support sustainable fishing."
In a world-first, Sodexo has had all of its restaurants and cafés certified to serve Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified sustainable fish. MSC fish will be available in around a thousand sites ranging from Manchester Royal Infirmary, the Co-operative and Eton College to primary schools in Wiltshire, Colchester Garrison, Blenheim Palace and Chelsea Flower Show.
Hannah Arcaro, UK Foodservice Manager at the MSC, said: “What Sodexo has achieved is nothing less than amazing. Serving MSC certified sustainable fish at nearly a thousand sites will introduce a huge cross-section of British consumers to the issues around overfishing and how they can be part of the solution. By helping to reward the certified fisheries around the world, who have proven that they are fishing sustainably, Sodexo and its customers will be helping to transform the seafood market to a sustainable basis.”
Michelle Hanson, Commercial Director, Sodexo UK & Ireland, said: "This is a landmark achievement for us. MSC certification of our restaurants and cafés was an ambitious target that we set ourselves as part of the Better Tomorrow Plan, our sustainability strategy to 2020.
"Like most people, we were alarmed to hear about declining fish stocks. Through MSC certification, we believe we are making a real difference in helping to protect the world's fish stocks.
"Traceability of our fish from boat to plate has always been very important to us. With the MSC Chain of Custody certification, we have complete assurance that every step of the supply chain has been certified to ensure that we know that every piece of MSC fish that we serve comes from a well managed fishery.
"We are passionate about sustainable sourcing at Sodexo and have really engaged with our staff and customers at each of our sites with training initiatives and promotional material to get everyone working together to support sustainable fishing."
Wednesday, 8 December 2010
Green Kings
Tough new targets for carbon emissions and water use have been launched by the British Brewing Industry.
The targets, in Brewing Green/Our commitment to a sustainable future for Britain's beer, a new report launched by the British Beer & Pub Association, call for a 17.5% reduction in overall CO2 emissions, and an 11% increase in water efficiency between now and 2020.
Britain's brewing industry already has an impressive record in reducing emissions and water use. These new commitments go well beyond any Government requirement or target. On carbon emissions alone, this means that the industry is committing to almost double the Government's 2020 carbon reduction target; 67% lower than 1990 compared with the UK target of 34%.
The targets, in Brewing Green/Our commitment to a sustainable future for Britain's beer, a new report launched by the British Beer & Pub Association, call for a 17.5% reduction in overall CO2 emissions, and an 11% increase in water efficiency between now and 2020.
Britain's brewing industry already has an impressive record in reducing emissions and water use. These new commitments go well beyond any Government requirement or target. On carbon emissions alone, this means that the industry is committing to almost double the Government's 2020 carbon reduction target; 67% lower than 1990 compared with the UK target of 34%.
Saturday, 4 December 2010
Sodexo scoops Springboard Award for Corporate Responsibility
Sodexo was praised for demonstrating "absolute best practice" in building corporate responsibility as an inherent part of its business plan "with demonstrable and remarkable results."
One of the Springboard judges said: "Sodexo's tight strategy is accompanied by sound investment and robust delivery plans and that is reflected throughout the business".
Thomas Jelley, corporate citizenship manager, Sodexo, said: "We are delighted to receive the Springboard Award for Excellence in Corporate Responsibility, it's a thrilling way to mark the first year of Sodexo's 'Better Tomorrow Plan', our sustainability strategy to 2020, and the efforts of colleagues across the UK and Ireland who have helped to bring it to life."
One of the Springboard judges said: "Sodexo's tight strategy is accompanied by sound investment and robust delivery plans and that is reflected throughout the business".
Thomas Jelley, corporate citizenship manager, Sodexo, said: "We are delighted to receive the Springboard Award for Excellence in Corporate Responsibility, it's a thrilling way to mark the first year of Sodexo's 'Better Tomorrow Plan', our sustainability strategy to 2020, and the efforts of colleagues across the UK and Ireland who have helped to bring it to life."
Thursday, 2 December 2010
FPA Environment Seminar
The Foodservice Packaging Association has announced its second Environment Seminar, following on from the success of the first Environment Seminar held in January 2010 when more than 100 members debated key environmental issues.
The Seminar is being held at the Chesford Grange Hotel on Thursday January 13 2011 from 2.00pm to 4.45pm. The theme is ‘Foodservice Packaging - Strategies for Waste: Options to meet Changing Legal and Producer Responsibility Requirements’. A panel of high profile speakers has been secured including leading authority James Crick of Nampak Plastics, author of the DEFRA ‘Milkroad Map’ and Dr Peter Shonfield, European Technical Director of PE International, a leading expert in product Life Cycle Assessments (LCA's) and sustainability. The Seminar will be introduced by Mark Pawsey MP, who sits on the All Party Parliamentary Group for Packaging.
The event is followed by the FPA’s annual Business review dinner.
Please contact FPA Secretary Martin Kersh for more information: admin@foodservicepackaging.co.uk
The Seminar is being held at the Chesford Grange Hotel on Thursday January 13 2011 from 2.00pm to 4.45pm. The theme is ‘Foodservice Packaging - Strategies for Waste: Options to meet Changing Legal and Producer Responsibility Requirements’. A panel of high profile speakers has been secured including leading authority James Crick of Nampak Plastics, author of the DEFRA ‘Milkroad Map’ and Dr Peter Shonfield, European Technical Director of PE International, a leading expert in product Life Cycle Assessments (LCA's) and sustainability. The Seminar will be introduced by Mark Pawsey MP, who sits on the All Party Parliamentary Group for Packaging.
The event is followed by the FPA’s annual Business review dinner.
Please contact FPA Secretary Martin Kersh for more information: admin@foodservicepackaging.co.uk
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