Azzurri Group reduces GHG emissions by 7% in 2024
Azzurri stated that innovative behavioural campaigns were at the heart of the electricity reduction achieved in FY24
Azzurri Group, investor in businesses such as ASK Italian, Zizzi and Coco Di Mama, has revealed that it has reduced its GHG emissions by 7% in 2024.
During FY24, the company delivered a strong financial performance, opening additional restaurants, expanding retail offerings and growing its portfolio with Boojum, Dave’s Hot Chicken and Openr.
The Group has opened three more sites with a SKA-Gold certification, a rigorous third party verified assessment aiming to promote environmental best practices within building fitouts.
Zizzi Bridgend, Ask Italian Merry Hill and Zizzi Chatham were amongst the latest to achieve the accolade.
Azzurri stated that innovative behavioural campaigns were at the heart of the electricity reduction achieved in FY24.
The Group also continues to work on its Scope 3 emissions hot spots and to devise strategies to reduce related emissions by constantly reviewing food offerings and partnering with like-minded businesses.
ASK Italian’s partnership with regenerative flour producer Wildfarmed is an example of a collaboration that allows the brand to offer a fantastic tasting product while reducing carbon emissions.
Steve Holmes, Azzurri Group CEO, said: “Since we defined our purpose, mission and values back in 2021, our commitment to being a more sustainable business has grown year on year.
“I am proud to see our teams lead with collaboration, innovation and dedication, embedding ESG into their day-to-day operations. This approach has meant sustainability is now woven into our decision making and the way we operate. Ultimately, this has strengthened our business, making us more resilient and more adept at building better food businesses.”
He added: “I’m grateful to our teams who have embraced the opportunity to be a better business for our people and planet. Whether it’s through the 500 volunteer hours we have contributed since 2021, or our collective efforts to reduce carbon emissions across operations and supply chains, our teams have risen to the challenge to make sustainability happen across our business.”