The global food system is set to face unprecedented pressures over the coming decades as demand for resources and the effects of climate change intensify.

The FDF and our members are fully committed to cutting CO2 emissions, promoting efficient water use, building a more circular economy for packaging, embedding environmental standards in transport practices and reducing food waste. We also want to increase understanding of sustainable supply chains and natural capital.

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Ambition 2025

Ambition 2025 sets out the FDF's vision for a thriving, responsible and sustainable UK food and drink industry.

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Climate change agreements

Climate Change Agreements agreed with the Environment Agency provide CCL tax discounts in return for reducing energy use and CO2 emissions.

sustainability

Climate change and net zero

The UK food and drink industry welcomes the net zero target by 2050, with 2020 a key year for developing policy on climate change, energy and heat.

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Food waste

Food waste is a priority for UK food and drink industry, with a focus on driving out inefficiency to prevent waste and surpluses from occurring.

Plastics and packaging

Plastics & packaging

The UK food and drink industry relies on packaging to help protect food, prevent food waste, and contribute to wider sustainability goals.

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Energy

The seriousness of the energy price situation and its impact on food and drink manufacturers continues to be a top focus at the FDF.

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What are land-related (FLAG/AFLOU) greenhouse gas emissions?

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The role of regenerative agriculture in enhancing in the Food and Drink Sector

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Microplastics and impacts on the food and drinks sector

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