Conagra Brands Recognizes Seventeen Facilities Achieving 90 Percent Waste Diversion as Zero Waste Champions

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Conagra Brands recently celebrated America Recycles Day by honoring 17 of its facilities achieving Zero Waste Champion status. These facilities diverted over 183,000 tons of waste, protecting the environment by recycling and donating products. The initiative underscores Conagra's commitment to sustainable practices, having operated the program for more than 10 years. Recognized locations span the US, Canada, and Mexico, emphasizing their dedication to reducing landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions.

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• Seventeen facilities achieved Zero Waste Champion status by diverting more than 90% of waste materials.
• In fiscal year 2022, these facilities diverted over 183,000 tons of waste through recycling and donations.

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CHICAGO, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of America Recycles Day, Conagra Brands is honoring its employees who are keeping materials out of landfills through impactful recycling and waste reduction measures. Seventeen Conagra facilities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico have been awarded Zero Waste Champion status for diverting more than 90 percent of waste materials that would have otherwise been sent to landfills. In fiscal year 2022, these 17 facilities diverted more than 183,000 tons of waste for more beneficial uses through recycling, product donations to bolster food supplies at area food banks, use as animal feed, energy generation, or land applications to improve soil quality.

Conagra emphasizes a systematic and strategic approach to reduce the amount of waste its facilities generate to maximize the use of resources for the future. Conagra began the Zero Waste Champion program more than 10 years ago to recognize facilities that have employed environmentally responsible practices to avoid waste, which helps preserve natural resources, combat pollution, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change.

"This achievement is testament to our employees who are using eco-conscious and innovative recycling solutions to help reduce waste in our facilities," said Ale Eboli, executive vice president and chief supply chain officer at Conagra Brands. "I am proud to honor our Zero Waste Champion facilities who are leading the company's efforts to nourish the planet and reduce waste at the source."

This year's honorees include frozen, snacks, international, and grocery manufacturing facilities. The 2022 Zero Waste Champion facilities are:

• Brookston, Indiana
• Centralia, Illinois
• Dresden, Ontario
• Fayetteville, Arkansas
• Hamburg, Iowa
• Irapuato, Mexico
• Kent, Washington
• Lake View, Iowa
• Lincoln, Nebraska
• Louisville, Kentucky
• Mankato, Minnesota
• Maple Grove, Minnesota
• Menomonie, Wisconsin
• Oakdale, California
• Richmond, British Columbia
• Saint Elmo, Illinois
• Waseca, Minnesota

About Conagra Brands

Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), headquartered in Chicago, is one of North America's leading branded food companies. Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, Conagra Brands combines a rich heritage of making great food with a sharpened focus on innovation. The company's portfolio is evolving to satisfy people's changing food preferences. Conagra's iconic brands, such as Birds Eye®, Duncan Hines®, Healthy Choice®, Marie Callender's®, Reddi-wip®, and Slim Jim®, as well as emerging brands, including Angie's® BOOMCHICKAPOP®, Duke's®, Earth Balance®, Gardein®, and Frontera®, offer choices for every occasion. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com. 

For more information, please contact:
MEDIA: Tim Wrona
312-549-5400
Tim.Wrona@conagra.com

 

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FAQ

How many facilities did Conagra Brands recognize for waste diversion on November 15, 2022?

Conagra Brands recognized 17 facilities for achieving Zero Waste Champion status on November 15, 2022.

What is the waste diversion rate achieved by Conagra's Zero Waste Champion facilities?

Conagra's Zero Waste Champion facilities diverted more than 90% of their waste.

How much waste did Conagra Brands divert in fiscal year 2022?

In fiscal year 2022, Conagra Brands diverted over 183,000 tons of waste.

What day does Conagra Brands celebrate to highlight its recycling efforts?

Conagra Brands celebrates America Recycles Day to highlight its recycling and waste reduction efforts.

Which countries are included in Conagra Brands' Zero Waste Champion program?

The Zero Waste Champion program includes facilities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.