Earth Day 2025 calls on us all to rise to the challenge: "Our power, our planet." This theme puts the spotlight on renewable energy, urging a global commitment to tripling clean electricity by 2030. For grocery retailers and F&B brands, the message is especially timely. These companies are central to the food system, which contributes significantly to global emissions, yet their biggest impacts often lie outside their own operations — buried deep within their value chains.

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In a recent webinar, Daniel Auner, Founder & CEO of The Makers, and Markus Linder, Co-Founder & CEO of inoqo, discuss how F&B brands can leverage data-driven insights to develop more sustainable food products.

inoqo has been appointed to be a member of the Technical Advisory Board (TAB) of the Environmental Footprint (EF) by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Environment (DG ENV). 

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European grocery retailers are under increasing pressure to reduce their environmental impact, with a particular focus on achieving net-zero emissions. A significant portion of these emissions – often exceeding 95% – falls under Scope 3, encompassing the emissions generated throughout their supply chain, primarily from food and beverage production. Accurately measuring and reducing Scope 3 emissions is crucial for meeting sustainability targets and demonstrating genuine progress to stakeholders. However, two key factors are creating a complex landscape for retailers: the EU's Omnibus initiative and the reliance on supplier-provided Science Based Targets (SBTi).

At inoqo, we are excited to announce our new partnership with e-Fresh, Greece’s leading online retailer and the country’s largest and most comprehensive online supermarket. Established to meet the needs of today’s consumers, e-Fresh offers fast, convenient, and secure grocery shopping, featuring an extensive range of products. From fresh produce and household essentials to specialty items sourced from local producers and organic suppliers, e-Fresh is redefining the online grocery experience in Greece.

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The climate crisis is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, with the food system playing a pivotal role in shaping our planet's future. Accounting for one-third of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the food sector must undergo transformative changes to meet the 1.5°C climate goal.

Fertilization has been pivotal in supporting global agriculture and feeding an ever growing population. From its early days, when manure and organic matter were the primary means of improving soil fertility, the field has evolved into a sophisticated science with synthetic fertilizers. 

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In an era where consumer preferences and market dynamics shift rapidly, grocery retailers are uniquely positioned to benefit from data-driven strategies.

In an era where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity for the F&B industry to thrive and address global challenges, accurate product categorisation has become a cornerstone for assessing the climate impact.