Living Koko is known for its commitment to both sustainability and food sovereignty – we are grateful for the recognition given by City Of Melton as we have been announced as a finalist for the Business Excellence in Sustainability. Winners to be announced 4th September.
During our interview today and assessment tomorrow we have been in deep talanoa about our extreme strategy to sustainability.Taking a closer look at our beliefs in these areas:
Sustainability We have emphasised our commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices in our operations. Our approach includes: Eco-Friendly Practices: Utilising sustainable materials and processes to minimise environmental impact. This may involve reducing waste, conserving resources, re-using our by-products and employing energy-efficient technologies.
Ethical Sourcing: Ensuring that our raw products are sourced responsibly. This includes working directly with our farmers and suppliers who adhere to fair trade principles and who follow environmentally friendly practices.
Local and Sustainable Supply Chains: Supporting local economies and reducing the carbon footprint associated with long-distance transportation by sourcing ingredients and materials as locally as possible.
Waste Reduction: Implementing practices to reduce, reuse, and recycle materials, and managing waste in a way that minimizes its environmental impact.
Food Sovereignty Food sovereignty is a key principle for Living Koko, reflecting our ongoing commitment to:
Empowering Local Communities: Supporting local farmers and producers to foster self-sufficiency and local control over food systems. Sustainable Agriculture: Advocating for farming practices that are environmentally friendly and sustainable, promoting biodiversity, and avoiding harmful chemicals.
Cultural and Community Values: Respecting and integrating traditional knowledge and practices related to food production and consumption.
Healthy and Nutritious Food: Prioritizing the production and availability of healthy, nutritious food that contributes to the well-being of communities.
Our dedication to these principles underscores our broader mission to create a positive impact on both the environment and local food systems.
Being shortlisted for this award is exciting and we wish all finalist an amazing night and journey ahead.