Tomasz (Tom) Pawlikowski’s Post

To tackle ESG challenges, collaboration is the key 🌱 🔎 Reflecting on my journey at United Biscuits, introducing Fair Trade chocolate wasn't just about a product; it was a challenge in collaboration. 💡 Facing pushback from retail made me realize the interconnected nature of ESG in the value chain. 🙌 To tackle our sustainability challenges, all parties involved need to show willingness and see the importance to coorate. Don’t see it as another opportunity to improve your commercial model. ✅ Today, I embrace this learning, and drive sustainability initiatives always from a value chain change perspective. #ESG #SustainabilityJourney #Collaborate

I was fortunate to join Isobel Wild, Ilya Kleyner, and Christina O'Keefe Altruistiq and many others at the State of Sustainability Summit in Chicago in April. Big names like Starbucks & Mondelez were there, and everyone was buzzing about the new mandatory #sustainability reporting (CSRD & US SEC rules). While I'm no expert, it was fascinating to hear what CPG giants are looking for from suppliers. Here's the deal for CPG brands: You NEED to be ready to report on carbon footprint & lifecycle assessments. Greenwashing won't fly anymore! But reporting is just the beginning. Here's some tips I gathered on how to truly win in the sustainable CPG space: 1. Ditch the Silos: Break down barriers between sustainability, innovation & procurement. Collaboration is key! 2. Source Smarter: Partner with suppliers who prioritize regenerative practices. It's good for the planet and your brand story. 3. Become Transparency Champions: Consumers want to know your impact. Educate them with clear, data-driven messaging. For a deeper dive, check out our latest blog post! (link in comments) PURIS is also on this journey. While we have work to do, our commitment to lowering the environmental impact of our food is stronger than ever. We are excited to partner with new and old customers to bring it to life at scale. Let's chat! #ESG #CSRD #regenerativeag #plantbasedfood

A must attend #conference! You won't regret it. We have a fabulous line up of speakers and relevant topics you can take action on today!! #makingsustainabilityreal #sustainability #sustainabilitymatters #sustainabilitymarketing

"Supply chains are the stealth backbone of our global economy. Each supply chain has the potential to be phenomenal." -Deborah Dull As the VP, Global Supply Chain Sustainability Leader for Genpact, Deborah has insight to how their solutions are designed to deliver tangible results, helping businesses track their progress toward sustainability goals and demonstrate the value of their efforts to stakeholders. Just another example of the sustainability work our Manifest Vegas 2025 community is doing. 🌍🌱☀️ Hear more from Deborah when she takes the stage in February! #ManifestVegas #Manifest2025 #EarthDay #Sustainability #ESG

Have you seen the latest reports and articles from BusinessGreen Intelligence? Available to BusinessGreen Intelligence and BusinessGreen Corporate members, the platform combines access to all BusinessGreen's daily news, analysis, and opinion with exclusive content specifically designed to provide businesses with the intelligence they need to optimise and advance their green strategies. Here's just some the latest articles from BG Intelligence: 🎙 Karen Pflug: 'The biggest success for me would be that my role becomes obsolete' 💭 'First thought not an afterthought': Unpacking refurbed tech with Whirlpool and eBay 🌳 How to avoid the Greenwashing trap ⚡ Reflections on Party Conference Season and all the highlights from the Net Zero Festival 🍫 Carbon and the chocolate factory: How Mars Wrigley is aiming to deliver 'bottom up' sustainability ♻ Coca Cola Europacific Partners reveals how it is working to 'move the needle' on supply chain sustainability 💻 For more information visit: https://bit.ly/3SMKxp2

💚 #CircularMinds: Sustainable Consumption: The Power of Consumer Choice 🌎 👩 Every day, consumers make choices that ripple through the economy and environment. The products we buy and the brands we support can either contribute to sustainability or detract from it. #PWC ’s recent #ConsumerVoiceSurvey sheds light on this pivotal role. Conducted globally, the survey aimed to understand the consumer’s willingness to pay for #sustainability. 🌿 📣 The findings, presented by Elena Girlich from PwC Deutschland at the #PopUpCircularHub, reveal a significant trend: consumers are not just aware but also willing to invest in sustainable products. This is a clear signal to companies that there’s a market for goods that support a #CircularEconomy—one where products are designed to be reused, recycled, or repurposed, thus minimizing waste. ♻️ As we move forward, it’s crucial to develop solutions that align with consumer expectations. The survey indicates there’s a great potential to act now. Let’s harness this momentum to create a sustainable future that benefits everyone. #SustainableConsumption #CircularEconomy #ConsumerChoice #PwC #ActNow #CircularCities4ALL

🌟 Did you know that only 33% of CPG companies today measure their Scope 3 emissions? It’s time for a change. This week, we’re attending The Consumer Goods Forum with our partner Boston Consulting Group (BCG) to champion this cause. #Sustainability #NetZero 💡 Our convictions to succeed in Net Zero: - Integrate sustainability at all business levels: From BUs to local teams, making sustainability a core component of business strategy. - Share data openly and incentivize collaboration: Transparency and mutual incentives are key for real progress. - Commit to robust data and tech foundations: Strong infrastructure supports significant sustainability achievements. - Implement a single source of truth: Includes automation and auditability for unified reporting, enhancing decision-making processes. - Leverage AI to maximize ROI: Aim for a payback in less than a year, maximizing efficiency and outcomes. 🔄 Remember: #ESG reporting is a consequence, not the goal. We focus on accuracy and utility over formality, emphasizing meaningful sustainability practices. 🌐✨Come say hi to our stellar team Laura Lemaître and Geoffroy de Bérail at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) booth in the Innovation Zone. We're here until Friday, sharing expertise from supporting customers like Reckitt, General Mills, and Pernod Ricard on achieving Net Zero. #CPGIndustry #Innovation #TechForGood #BCG

Hershey has released our 2023 ESG Report, Goodness in Action. Doing right by the planet is not just about doing the right thing – it’s also about doing the right thing for our business. Throughout the year, our team navigates environmental issues like climate change, natural resource scarcity and extreme weather to build resiliency into our operations so that we can make the iconic treats consumers love for the next 130 years. I've loved being part of our commercial ESG team for the past three years, and I’m excited to share the progress we've been able to help deliver, which includes: 🌎 Reduced our owned emissions – Scope 1 and 2 – by 43% against a 2018 baseline 🌊 Achieved a 20% absolute reduction in combined water use across all facilities since 2022, including a 46% reduction at our headquarters ♾️ Phased out more than 1.7 million pounds of material by eliminating, redesigning and reducing packaging There’s more work ahead of us, but I’m proud of everything we've achieved so far. While the above is focused on our sustainable packaging, we're doing a lot in other areas as well. Read the report for more information on all of our ESG efforts: https://lnkd.in/e2qXr_x7

Celebrating the great work being done by manufacturers, brands, retailers, associations and governments, is an opportunity to acknowledge those that are focused on 'doing' and real-world activation of stewardship, ESG and circularity objectives. Tonight we recognise the winners and highly commended organisations and individuals that are making a difference on the ground. Stay tuned for more details about the 2023 Product Stewardship Excellence Awards ... #changemakers #reformers #makingadifference #productstewardship #awards #circulareconomy #ESG

In today's consumer landscape, authenticity, honesty, and transparency are not just buzzwords –– they're the pillars upon which trust is built. Third-party certifications, such as the Upcycled Food Association's Upcycled Certified mark, serve as tangible proof of a brand's commitment to sustainability. By displaying such credentials, brands signal to consumers that their products have undergone rigorous evaluation and meet certain standards, instilling confidence in the brand's claims and efforts. This transparency fosters a deeper connection between consumers and brands, empowering individuals to make informed choices that resonate with their personal values. Read about how Clif Bar is crushing the sustainability game in New Hope Network https://bit.ly/3vBnFQn #sustainability #transparency #consumervalues