KSG Sustainability in Action: Our Planet, Our Power

As we mark Earth Day 2025, we embrace this year’s theme, "Our Planet, Our Power," as both a call to action and a reflection of our collective responsibility. At KSG, sustainability is not an isolated programme; it’s woven into the fabric of how we operate every day. In line with Earth Day’s goals to educate, advocate, and mobilise, we’re proud to share the substantial ways in which we’ve brought these principles to life across our business. 

Educate: Empowering Change Through Knowledge 

Real change begins with understanding. That’s why, throughout the year, we’ve delivered a series of tailored toolbox talks on zero waste, environmental essentials, and energy efficiency across our sites. These sessions aim to engage and educate our teams, providing practical guidance and raising awareness on key sustainability practices, from portion control and energy saving techniques, to sustainable packaging choices. By creating a space for conversation and shared learning, we’re equipping our people with the knowledge they need to make more sustainable decisions at every stage of service.  

Advocate: Leading by Example with Purposeful Commitments 

At KSG, we actively align ourselves with industry-leading pledges that reflect our commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices. We are proud participants of the Food Waste Charter, Origin Green, and Business in the Community Ireland’s Elevate Pledge, which supports inclusive, sustainable workplace culture. These initiatives represent our ongoing advocacy for systemic change, both within our organisation and across the wider foodservice industry. 

Mobilise: Driving Action Through Partnerships and Projects 

Sustainability is a shared journey. We work closely with our suppliers to uphold environmental standards through sustainability audits, helping ensure transparency and shared accountability throughout our supply chain. Our reforestation initiative in Monte Verde, Brazil, where our Roasted Notes house coffee bean originates, is a key example of this approach in action. By supporting native reforestation projects, we’re investing directly in the future of the landscapes that support our products, a long-term commitment to both people and planet. 

Ongoing Impact: Celebrating Progress 

This year, we reached a significant milestone in our sustainability journey, with over 2 million single-use cups saved from landfill at University College Cork through our reusable cup programme. That partnership was further recognised nationally, as UCC was named a finalist in the 2024 Pakman Awards for Waste Prevention, a shared success we’re incredibly proud of. 

Looking Ahead 

At KSG, we remain committed to sustainability as a continuous journey, one powered by education, guided by advocacy, and driven by action. 

We will continue to invest in training, strengthen our partnerships, and find new ways to reduce our impact while delivering the high-quality service our clients and customers expect.