Apetito releases carbon reduction plans with updated SBTI validation
Hospital meals provider Apetito says it has taken its climate ambition to the next level, unveiling a ‘bold and enhanced’ roadmap to reach net-zero emissions by 2040.
Backed by updated independent validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Apetito claims its new, near and long-term climate commitments ‘set a powerful benchmark for the food industry’.
Central to its plan is alignment with the SBTi’s Corporate Net-Zero Standard, providing a rigorous, science-backed framework for cutting greenhouse gas emissions and delivering lasting environmental impact.
Based on a 2020 base year, Apetito has committed that by 2030 it will cut absolute scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% and scope 3 emissions by 51.6% per tonne of product sold. It has also committed to reducing absolute scope 3 Forest, Land and Agriculture (FLAG) emissions by 30.3%.
Looking further ahead, Apetito’s 2040 net-zero ambition means reducing absolute scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and scope 3 emissions per tonne of sold product by 97%. The meals provider is also aiming to drive down absolute scope 3 FLAG emissions by 72%.
Lee Sheppard, group sustainability director at Apetito, commented: “For us, achieving net zero isn’t about greenwashing or empty promises — it’s about action. Without SBTi validation, a net-zero target lacks credibility. Independent verification ensures our goals are aligned with science and truly drive the systemic change our planet needs.
“We know these targets are tough - especially with the new FLAG requirements - but we’ve already made strong progress, delivering a 4.6% absolute carbon reduction since 2020. We’re continuing to decarbonise in the right way, working closely across our supply chain to make a real, measurable difference.”
Apetito says it is setting a clear example for how the food sector can lead the fight against climate change — not just with promises, but with action backed by science.
