Sustainability - Wilson's Country
Carbon Footprint & Net Zero Commitment| Wilson's Country
Leading Irish potato processor, Wilson’s Country, has confirmed that its greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets have been officially approved by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). These reductions have been classified as being consistent with limiting global warming to plus 1.5 °C: the most ambitious designation available through the SBTi process. The emissions reductions targets […]| Wilson's Country
Water is essential in food production — but how it’s sourced, used, and discharged matters now more than ever. At Wilson’s Country, based near Lough Neagh, we are acutely aware of our environmental responsibilities. As the largest freshwater lake in the UK and Ireland, Lough Neagh plays a critical role in Northern Ireland’s ecology and […] The post Smarter Water Use at Wilson’s Country: Protecting Resources, Reducing Impact appeared first on Wilson's Country.| Wilson's Country
At Wilson’s Country, sustainability is more than a goal — it’s a way of working from the ground up. That’s why we are proud to partner with our growers to meet LEAF Marque certification — a leading environmental standard for sustainable farming. But what exactly is LEAF Marque, and why is it important? LEAF stands […] The post What Is LEAF Marque? And Why It Matters to Wilson’s Country appeared first on Wilson's Country.| Wilson's Country
At Wilson’s Country, we believe that sustainability is more than an internal strategy — it’s a shared global responsibility. That’s why our operations, investments, and values align closely with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — a universal call to action for a more sustainable, equitable world. 🌍 Contributing to 14 Global Goals Through […] The post How Wilsons Country Supports the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) appeared first on Wilson's Country.| Wilson's Country
At Wilson’s Country, we’re always looking for smarter, cleaner ways to get our produce from field to shelf. That’s why we’ve partnered with McCulla Ireland, a pioneer in low-carbon logistics, to make a big shift in how we provide transport — moving from diesel to biomethane-powered haulage. 💨 What Is Biomethane and Why Does It […] The post Sustainable Transport and Biomethane Logistics at Wilson’s Country appeared first on Wilson's Country.| Wilson's Country
Wilsons Country have reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 68% between 2019-24. We operate on 100% renewable electricity and generate over half our site’s power through an on-site Anaerobic Digestion (AD) plant. The post 🌍 Carbon Footprint Reduction & Net Zero Progress at Wilsons Country appeared first on Wilson's Country.| Wilson's Country
Wilson’s Country Invests £2m in Anaerobic Digestion Plant | Sustainable Potato Farming. Wilson’s Country is investing £2 million in an anaerobic digestion plant in County Armagh, turning waste into renewable energy and cutting CO₂ by 1,500 tonnes annually.| Wilson's Country
Did you know that potatoes are significantly better for your carbon footprint than other carbohydrates? Eating rice 1-2 times per week = driving 66 miles or heating your home for 4 days Eating potatoes 1-2 times per week = driving 9 miles or heating your home for 1/2 day. See more at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-46459714 The post Potatoes – good for your carbon footprint.. appeared first on Wilson's Country.| Wilson's Country
Wilson’s Country Limited are in receipt of an SFA grant to “Install a second potato peeled processing line” This project is part-financed by the European Regional Development Fund under the Investment for Growth and Jobs Programme 2014-2020 The post European Regional Development Fund appeared first on Wilson's Country.| Wilson's Country
As we enjoy the long evenings and this lovely warm weather, our local farmers have started to dig the first early potatoes of the season in Northern Ireland. Look out for them in stores this weekend! As always, the weather dictates when we see these Comber spuds on our dinner plates but thankfully, despite a […] The post Comber Earlies are here.. appeared first on Wilson's Country.| Wilson's Country
