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Sustainability

OUR STRATEGY

We embrace the responsibility of creating value and having a positive impact on both society and the planet

Our Strategy

Our Goals

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Our Strategy

Our Global Strategy, which is aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), has allowed us to focus over the past decade on the promotion of the sustainable development of our people, our planet and our communities. We intend to continue expanding this positive impact through our 4 action pillars: Environment, Wellbeing, Health & Nutrition, and Shared Value. Thanks to the effort and dedication of each member of our company, we have made progress towards a more sustainable Sigma.

Our 4 Pillars of Action

Health & Nutrition

We work constantly to improve our products and processes. Our purpose as a company is to bring communities everywhere favorite foods to love, in compliance with the highest quality standards. As such, we provide complete nutritional information so that consumers can make responsible decisions. Likewise, we focus on innovation, enabling our portfolio to exceed our consumers’ needs.

Our Stories

By acting today and planning to improve tomorrow, we will be able to multiply the benefits to society, the planet and the lives of our employees, clients, and consumers, while also mitigating risks and capitalizing on opportunities for collaboration. Below you will find some of our most relevant success stories.
PACKAGING
FOOD SAFETY
HEALTH AND SAFETY
FOOD DONATIONS
CLEANER ENERGY
VOLUNTEERING
INNOVATION
RESPONSIBLE SOURCING
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As a result of the integration of circular economy principles in the design stage of our packaging, as well as the use of recycled material, during 2022, we managed to avoid more than 1,360 tons of virgin plastic.
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To know more about this and other initiatives, please download our GRI Sustainability Report.
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Our operating facilities have different local and international certifications that guarantee quality and food safety. In 2022, 94% of our plants, have been certified and endorsed by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), the most widely recognized food safety accreditation worldwide.
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To know more about this and other initiatives, please download our GRI Sustainability Report.
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Globally, in 2022, we invested US $13 million in occupational health and safety, through courses, workshops and equipment to guarantee the safety of our employees. As a result of our initiatives, we registered a 43% reduction in the accident rate compared to 2018.
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To know more about this and other initiatives, please download our GRI Sustainability Report.
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Every year, we establish relationships with food banks and associations to donate our products for the benefit of the most vulnerable communities. Between 2015 and 2022, we have donated more than 21,100 tons, equivalent to more than 175 million rations of food.
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To know more about this and other initiatives, please download our GRI Sustainability Report.
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Starting in 2015, we began a process to incorporate more sustainable energy sources that contribute to the reduction of our carbon footprint. As of today, 62% of the electrical energy we consume comes from cleaner or renewable sources. This includes the green portfolio of our suppliers, as well as our own agreements and investments in wind power, efficient cogeneration of electricity, solar energy and the use of biomass.
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To know more about this and other initiatives, please download our GRI Sustainability Report.
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On World Food Day, more than 1,400 volunteers participated in efforts to donate food and raise awareness about nutrition challenges around the globe. Additionally, 450 employees participated in the Sustainability Week by making actions in favor of the planet and the society, inspired by the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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We continually contribute to our consumers’ wellbeing by launching food alternatives with improved nutritional profiles or specific nutrition requeriments. At the end of 2022, the sales of products launched through the Health & Wellness portfolio grew 1.8 times over the 2019 baseline.
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We are members of CDP Supply Chain Program. This initiative enables us to develop new interactions with our strategic suppliers to continue strengthening sustainable practices in our value chain.
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To know more about this and other initiatives, please download our GRI Sustainability Report.