Sustainability

Alianza Sustainable Management Report 2023

Read our latest report on the efforts we are making to build a more sustainable future.

We were recognized as the 21st most sustainable food company in the world

Discover everything about this honorary mention that we received in 2022.

SUSTAINABILITY IS AT OUR CORE

We work through four key platforms to generate impact on our people, the community, the chain and our planet

Sustainable Sourcing and Living Standards

OUR CORE

ESG chain assurance: Traceability, RSPO, local sourcing

Smallholder inclusion and community support

Regenerative agriculture: Biodiversity, water, soils, emissions, resilience

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

100% traceability in palm to mill and 90% in soybeans to mill

Traceability to Origin for the Palm Chain: Colombia 98%, Chile 100% and Mexico 95%

Traceability to the country of origin for the soybean chain: 100%

92% of the corporate palm oil supply is deforestation-free.

100% satellite monitoring with Starling of the entire palm chain

Score Deforestation Free Global: 98%. Colombia 100%, Chile 100% and Mexico 95%

Risk management plan by supplier

88% suppliers with NDPE commitment (no deforestation, peat or exploitation)

Use of organic fertilizers: 44.23% supply; 37 thousand Ha

Irrigation efficiency: 50% supply; 28.9 thousand Ha

Drain water management: 71.5% supply; 42.8 thousand Ha

Retention/restoration of natural habitats: 82.68% supply; 58 thousand Ha

Integrated pest management: 71.5% supply; 42.8 thousand Ha

Pollinator habitats: 60.77% supply; 44 thousand Ha

6 origin development projects covering 75% palm suppliers

Inclusion of 7,708 smallholders in the chain: 462 in Colombia, 6,519 in Mexico and 727 in Chile

75% palm suppliers participating in Escuela de Aliados, representing 78% corporate supply

Frequency of cultivation that strengthens the family and social fabric

Circular solutions

OUR CORE

Technologies that reduce packaging use

Technologies that extend shelf life

We have a great responsibility with the packaging of our products as we move towards more circular models and practices that allow us to optimize resource usage and minimize environmental impact.

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

UltraFresh Technology
Reduction of oil consumption in production and less pollution

Extends the shelf life of food by up to 50 days, avoiding waste and packaging materials

Circular solutions
Circular capacity to avoid contamination by greasy residues

In 2023, we collected 3,112 tons of UCO (Used Cooking Oil) and other fatty residues to transform them into second-generation biodiesel.

Last year, we prevented the contamination of 3.465 billion liters of water due to improper oil management.

Positive Nutrition

OUR CORE

Lipid knowledge

Technologies that reduce saturated and trans fats

No animal cruelty

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

We build hand in hand with our clients and their environment through our know-how:
75 years of experience, 10 PhD, external consultant

External Research Committee – Science Network

We have 44 granted patents, 31 pending, covering a total of 21 invention families.

The absence of harmful contaminants, following guidelines to ensure food safety. With nutritious products free from chemical processes.

As part of our 2023 commitments, we completed the assessment of critical ingredients and contaminants for 100% of our products, enabling us to outline transformation plans in line with scientific consensus.

Oleogels:
Reduction of saturates up to 86%

More natural products free of chemical processes

Emulgels:
Reduction of saturated fats and calories of up to 50%

Reduction in raw materials

MirrorFats:
Reduction of saturated fats by up to 50%

Animal cruelty free

Carbon footprint reduction

GoodLabel:
Sodium reduction

Climate Control

OUR CORE

SBTi 2030 emissions reduction commitment

Comprehensive climate change risk scenario analysis

BlueLife Initiative.

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

100% certified renewable energy in Chile and Colombia

Blending station USA 100% renewable energy by 2024

Analysis of emissions reduction for scopes 1 and 2 (46% absolute by 2030 vs 2019) to set SBTi goals

Scope 3 footprint quantification and reduction plan with third parties

Analysis of physical risk and transition scenarios due to climate change

Packaging Commitment: Reduce, Rethink, Take Responsibility

Sustainability is a fundamental pillar for us and a differentiating factor for nurturing a better tomorrow. This commitment enables us to address current market challenges, meet the demands of discerning and well-informed consumers, and leave a positive impact wherever we go

The 13th most sustainable food company in the world

According to S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2023 results, the basis for the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, our company, Alianza Team, is the 2nd most sustainable food company in the USA and the 13th worldwide.

We also obtained 1st place in Mexico, 3rd in Colombia, 2nd in Chile, 1st in Europe*, 2nd in USA and 4th in Latin America.

Rankings based on results from december 22th 2023.

*In comparison with the results obtained by companies located in these geographies

SUSTAINABILITY IS AT OUR CORE

We lead the change towards a more sustainable world through innovation

The 21st most sustainable food company in the world

According to S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2022 results, the basis for the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, our company, Alianza Team, is the 6th most sustainable food company in the USA and the 21st worldwide.

We also obtained 1st place in Mexico, 3rd in Colombia and Chile, and 5th in Latin America.

*Rankings based on results from February 2023.

Transparency, integrity, consistency, and understanding of our positive and negative impacts are fundamental pillars that guide our organization’s corporate strategy and sustainability management.

ORIGIN & TRACEABILITY

Respect for the environment is part of our commitment

We are RSPO certified in supply chain custody in all our facilities, which ensures that palm cultivation and processing is sustainable with the environment and respectful of communities and wildlife.

With our traceability indices, we also establish stronger relationships with suppliers and respond to the demands of increasingly aware and well-informed consumers.

TRACEABILITY TO THE PALM OIL ORIGIN

We monitor and verify the origin of our raw materials used in our solutions, ensuring strong procedures to mitigate potentially negative impacts on the environment while protecting human rights, working with communities and ensuring smallholder inclusion.

*Percentages corresponding to the first quarter 2024.

Mexico

95%

Colombia

98%

Chile

100%

A thorough process that is worth it

We invite you to learn more about our traceability process which is carried out in the stages of production, processing, and distribution of palm oil in order to ensure our quality levels.

*This image corresponds to a general illustration of the processes at the corporate level and doesn’t necessarily reflect the details of the processes carried out in different countries.

OUR PILLARS

Get to know our strategic working axes

OUR REPORTS

SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT REPORTS

Find out about our corporate progress in sustainability

Sustainable Management Report 2020

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Sustainable Management Report 2021

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Sustainable Management Report 2022

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