Sysco GB has signed a new deal with Shell Energy Europe to harness 20 gigawatt hours of wind power a year until 2035, as it delivers on its commitment to use only renewable energy by 2030.
The new agreement will see the foodservice provider secure the equivalent of around a third of its expected energy use by 2030.
The electricity will be generated by the Race Bank offshore wind farm off the north Norfolk coast, with which Shell Energy Europe has an offtake agreement.
It builds on the work Sysco has already done to move to renewable energy, including installing solar panels on the roofs of six of its depots across the country and making improvements in energy efficiency, reducing usage and piloting electric and alternative fuel vehicles.
“We are determined to lead the transformation to a more sustainable future,” said Sysco GB CEO Paul Nieduszynski. “We’re already making progress in converting the rooftops of our depots to generate renewable electricity, and this deal is a significant step towards our target.
“Customers are clear that sustainability is at the forefront of their agenda. By cutting the footprint of our own operations, we are supporting our customers to reduce theirs too. We will continue to lead the industry on sustainability – to play our part in securing the future of food.”
It forms part of Sysco’s wider sustainability goas to cut Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 27.5% by 2030, and to secure 100% renewable electricity globally.
Sysco’s FY25 Global Sustainability Report, launched this month, highlights its progress made, with a 15% reduction since 2019.
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