Mars Bars Will Be Caron-Neutral in the UK by 2023
Michael Hemsworth — November 4, 2021 — Eco
References: mars & conveniencestore
Mars Wrigley UK has announced that the Mars bars it sells in the UK and Ireland will be carbon-neutral in the near future to make it a more sustainable snack for consumers to choose.
The brand announced that the candy bar will be carbon neutral certified by January 1, 2023 and will the first of its kind on British and Irish store shelves. The announcement and sustainability pledge also includes Mars bars that will be sold in Canada and is part of the brand's larger commitment to have net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire product portfolio by 2050.
Mars Wrigley UK General Manager Adam Grant commented on the new sustainability initiative saying, "At Mars, we believe that actions speak louder than words and, to create a world tomorrow where our planet is healthy, we are clear that bold action must be taken today. Our pledge to deliver a certified carbon neutral Mars bar in the UK and Ireland by January 1st, 2023, supported by significant reductions in the near term, is the kind of immediate climate protection intervention needed to deliver a sustainable tomorrow.”
The brand announced that the candy bar will be carbon neutral certified by January 1, 2023 and will the first of its kind on British and Irish store shelves. The announcement and sustainability pledge also includes Mars bars that will be sold in Canada and is part of the brand's larger commitment to have net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire product portfolio by 2050.
Mars Wrigley UK General Manager Adam Grant commented on the new sustainability initiative saying, "At Mars, we believe that actions speak louder than words and, to create a world tomorrow where our planet is healthy, we are clear that bold action must be taken today. Our pledge to deliver a certified carbon neutral Mars bar in the UK and Ireland by January 1st, 2023, supported by significant reductions in the near term, is the kind of immediate climate protection intervention needed to deliver a sustainable tomorrow.”
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Snacks - There is an opportunity for food and beverage industries to create more sustainable snack options to reduce CO2 emissions.
2. Carbon-neutral Products - Brands can look into making their products carbon-neutral certified to achieve sustainable business practices and appeal to eco-conscious consumers.
3. Net-zero Emissions Commitment - More industries can follow Mars' example and commit to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their entire product portfolio by 2050.
Industry Implications
1. Food & Beverage - The food and beverage industries should consider creating more sustainable and carbon-neutral products, such as snack bars or packaged goods.
2. Consumer Goods - Consumer goods brands can aim to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their entire product portfolio by 2050, similar to Mars' commitment.
3. Sustainability Consulting - Sustainability consulting can play a role in helping industries achieve carbon neutrality and net-zero emissions goals through strategic planning and implementation.
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