SUSTAINABILITY QUICK GUIDE

What is "Sustainability Data"?

What is Sustainability in the Food Industry?

Sustainability refers to practices that meet present needs without compromising future resources. In the food industry, this means producing food in a way that minimizes environmental impact, supports ethical sourcing, and ensures economic viability. Key areas of sustainability include:

‍Environmental Impact: Reducing carbon emissions, conserving water, and protecting biodiversity.

‍Social Responsibility: Ethical labor practices, fair trade, and community support.

‍Economic Viability: Creating supply chains that are resilient and financially sustainable.

What is Sustainability Data & Why Are Customers Requesting It?

Many food companies are asking suppliers for sustainability data, which refers to information that helps assess the environmental and social impact of their products. This can include:
  • Product Carbon Footprints: Greenhouse gas emissions associated with ingredient sourcing, processing, and transportation.
  • Water & Resource Use: Data on water consumption, soil health, and biodiversity impact.
  • Certifications & Standards: Organic, fair trade, regenerative agriculture, and other sustainability certifications.
Customers request this data to meet reporting requirements, make informed sourcing decisions, and align with corporate and public sustainability goals.

How Does This Relate to SupplierConnect & HowGood

  • SupplierConnect simplifies sustainability data submission by allowing suppliers to enter basic product information, which HowGood then translates into meaningful sustainability insights.
  • No expertise is required. Suppliers don’t need to conduct complex calculations; HowGood’s Latis platform generates footprints and sustainability metrics automatically.
  • HowGood helps you meet customer expectations with no cost to you. By submitting data through SupplierConnect, suppliers can support their customers’ sustainability requirements without additional burden.

Go Deeper on Sustainability Data

Explore sustainability reporting automation with our Sustainability Reporting Automation & Supplier Toolkit
Read more about the sustainability metrics available through HowGood’s full Latis platform
The HowGood team is always available to provide further information and resources. Reach out to us at any time.