At Pete Pappas & Sons, we have always seen sustainability as an opportunity for innovation within our operations to increase efficiencies while lessening environmental impacts. For years, our facility initiatives have included diverting waste, donating food, conserving energy, and reducing landfill and water usage.
We've partnered with the Howard County Work Green Program, the Maryland Green Registry, Maryland Environmental Service and Maryland Bioenergy Center, all local organizations focused on sustainability in the state of Maryland.
Sustainability Impact Report
Our yearly Sustainability Impact Report takes a transparent and data-driven approach and highlights the successes of our award-winning initiatives, innovative partnerships, and comprehensive sustainability programs. We believe that transparency is as critical as action. That’s why we not only set ambitious goals, like achieving zero food waste and eliminating harmful packaging, but also measure and report on our progress every year.
At Pete Pappas & Sons, sustainability is deeply rooted in how we grow, package, and deliver fresh produce. From eliminating food waste to pioneering products in compostable packaging, our efforts are designed to make a measurable difference - both in our operations and on store shelves. Download our latest Sustainability Impact Report using the button below.
Key Highlights
- Zero-Food-Waste Goal As part of our zero-waste commitment, we diverted 99.7% of facility waste from landfills last year. This included over 6 million pounds of food redirected into donations, animal feed, compost, and bioenergy.
- 7+ Million Pieces of Plastic & Styrofoam Eliminated Since launching our compostable packaging lines, we’ve prevented over 7 million pieces of plastic and styrofoam from entering the retail supply chain.
- Retailer Impact Reporting Our custom reporting tools provide retail partners with store-specific sustainability metrics. These can be leveraged for in-store marketing, signage, and consumer education to build brand trust and drive purchases.
- Award-Winning Programs Recognized with the Maryland Sustainability Leadership Award by the Maryland Department of the Environment, we continue to lead by example in reducing environmental impact across our state and throughout the fresh produce supply chain.
