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Sustainability News

Our latest work, news and initiatives in Sustainability.

Wind blows Sysco GB towards renewable energy target

06 February 2026

Sysco GB has signed a new deal with Shell Energy Europe Limited to harness 20 Gigawatt hours of wind power a year until 2035 as it delivers on its commitment to use only renewable energy by 2030.

Meals & Joy campaign

Meals & Joy campaign

27 November 2025

National charity launches heartfelt Christmas film and fundraising campaign to feed children going hungry this winter.

Sysco GB and Meals & More

Sysco GB and Meals & More

27 October 2025

Sysco GB and Meals & More have teamed up to brief parliamentarians on the growing child food poverty crisis facing the UK, and to call on the Government for further support.

Child food charity celebrates 10th anniversary

15 May 2025

Meals & More, the charity started by the UK’s leading foodservice wholesaler, Brakes, is celebrating its 10th birthday.

It’s Sustainability Success for Sysco GB

28 November 2024

Sysco GB has scooped a major sustainability award at the Green Apple Awards. The organisation picked up the Retail and Wholesale Waste Management GREEN CHAMPIONS award.

Sysco GB Celebrates Purpose Month

21 November 2024

Colleagues across Sysco GB have been celebrating the organisation’s annual global Purpose Month, with volunteering projects taking place around the country.

Brand News – The Sustainability Issue

17 October 2024

Read our latest Brand News magazine filled with expert insights, advice, and updates on our progress in transforming the food system for the better.

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Sysco Shines in the Sun

23 September 2024

Sysco GB continues its ambition to transform the rooftops of its depots into renewable power stations, with three new solar arrays at its British depots.

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Our journey to sustainably refined

Tate and Lyle: Our journey to sustainably refined

11 September 2024

From the raw sugarcane through our whole supply chain, we are on a journey to refine and transform our business to be the most ethical and sustainable cane sugar refiner in the world.

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Brakes Becomes BII Sustainability Champion

Brakes Becomes BII Sustainability Champion

23 October 2023

Brakes has been awarded the prestigious Sustainability Champion accolade by leading hospitality organisation, the BII.

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Meals and more

Meals & More Reports Tough Summer for Families

20 September 2023

Meals & More, the charity started by leading UK wholesaler Brakes, has reported a huge increase in demand this summer.

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Parents Face Summer Holiday Food Dilemma

Parents Face Summer Holiday Food Dilemma

13 July 2023

One in five will miss a meal to feed their children over the school holidays

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Brakes Switches on Latest Renewable Energy Initiative

Brakes Switches on Latest Renewable Energy Initiative

1 June 2023

1 million kWh of renewable energy now powering Aylesford depot

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Brakes Drives off With Environmentally Efficient Logistics Award

Brakes Drives off With Environmentally Efficient Logistics Award

16 June 2023

The award recognises Brakes’ commitment to driving sustainability in wholesale

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New livery launches to celebrate International Women’s Day

New livery launches to celebrate International Women’s Day

8 March 2023

New Design focused on encouraging women to consider a career in wholesale

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Sysco launches ‘Climate Stripes’ electric vehicle in Great Britain

Sysco launches ‘Climate Stripes’ electric vehicle in Great Britain

13 February 2023

Company issues call for industry to work together to tackle climate change

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A new and improved buffet box packaging solution.

A new and improved buffet box packaging solution

19 January 2023

Fresh Direct embarked on a journey to improve their fresh produce packaging

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Sysco GB Takes Home MSC Foodservice Wholesaler of the Year Award

21 October 2022

Brakes and M&J Seafood share the award for their unparalleled seafood offer

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Menopause at Work Guide

Sysco GB Launches Menopause at Work Guide

18 October 2022

Raising awareness and improving understanding across the company

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‘Changing Gears’ programme wins Motor Transport Award

7 September 2022

'Changing Gears' is about identifying driving talent

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Meals & More

Meals & More

10 August 2022

Challenging Summer as Cost of Living Crisis Hits Hard

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Sysco drives the future of British foodservice delivery

25 August 2022

Zero emissions deliveries in Britain are the latest step in global electric vehicle programme

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New Solar System

Brakes Lights up Harlow with New Solar System

27 July 2022

New installation delivers 1million kWh of renewable energy powering depot

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Brakes Celebrates Pride

Brakes Celebrates Pride

07 June 2022

Company launches new LGBTQ+ support network across all sites

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6 reasons why compost is great

6 reasons why compost is great

04 May 2022

The 1st May marked the start of International Compost Awareness Week. As compostable packaging manufacturers, we know a thing or two about compost.

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First-Plant-Based-Milk-Packaging

Brakes Introduces the First Plant-Based Milk Packaging

09 February 2022
Brakes is helping customers to be more sustainable with new fully renewable and recyclable milk cartons.

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