Sustainability
Source and resolution
https://www.effpa.eu/reducing-food-waste
Circular economy in practice
Member of the European Former Foodstuff Processors Association (EFFPA)
nuevo is the first and only company in Greece which is a member of the European Former Foodstuff Processors Association EFFPA (European Former Foodstuff Processors Association, www.effpa.eu). Former foodstuff processors play an important role in connecting the food and feed industry at food manufacturing level. The members of the Association follow the “no more food waste” EU policy and are specialized in collecting, transporting and processing surplus food safely.
The first production processing line of former foodstuffs in Greece
At the end of March 2015, the company launched the first production processing line of former foodstuffs in Greece (Surplus Food Project) and, since then, it has entered into partnerships with some of the country’s largest food industries. We provide food producers with a consistent outlet for their inconsistent flow of food losses and compound feed manufacturers with a non-land using, energy-rich alternative to grains. We process food surpluses into animal feed of high nutritional value by complying with European Commission regulations, EU policy framework on food security as well as the national legislation, thus contributing to the reduction of food waste.
Surplus Food Project
The growth of the world population implies increasing consumption of animal protein leading to increased demand for grains for the livestock industry. It is more urgent than ever to use alternative, economic raw materials in animal nutrition which promote both sustainability and the protection of the environment. At food manufacturing level there are always unintentional and unavoidable food losses which prevent foodstuffs from reaching the human consumption market; however, their nutritional value for animal feed purposes is not affected at all.
Since 2015, nuevo has entered into partnerships with some of the country’s largest food industries by collecting and processing large amounts of surplus foods into feed, thus contributing in minimizing food losses in the food chain.
In all the stages from structured and organized collection, storage and processing of former foodstuffs to placing of the feed in the market, nuevo complies with several essential EU Regulations and Directives. Our Quality Control Department ensures the implementation of H.Α.C.C.P., I.S.O 22000:2005 and ISO 9001:2015 requirements as regards feed safety.
Energy Mix
ESG
As part of its continuous improvement and sustainable development, NUEVO integrates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into its business strategy as an integral component of its identity, mission, and corporate philosophy, taking into account criteria related to the Environment, Society, and corporate Governance.
To identify the ESG areas with the greatest potential impact, NUEVO conducted a materiality analysis by engaging both internal and external stakeholders through a survey. This process led to the definition of priority objectives, each aligned with at least one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations.
For further information regarding the materiality analysis, please contact us at info@nuevo-group.com.
Supplier Code of Conduct (PDF)
Food and Feed Quality and Safety Policy (PDF)
For any concerns, risks, or violations related to ethical behavior and integrity, human rights, or environmental practices, please contact us at info@nuevo-group.com.
Actions
Our initiatives include actions (DIATROFI – Α Program on Food Aid and Promotion of Healthy Nutrition http://diatrofi.prolepsis.gr/en/ ) and donations. Closely linked to the local communities in which they operate, our initiatives support their activities, offering sponsorships and product donations to nonprofit organizations (Social Grocery Stores , Association of ‘Abused Child-Battered Woman’- The Good Samaritan, The Smile of the Child, Association of Voluntary Forest Protection and Rescue Forces, , Sport Associations, Schools).
Of equally important scope is the protection of the environment: We recycle 80-100 tons of plastic and paper annually and we include responsible behaviors and practices in the workplace in order to reduce the energy footprint of the company. We consider research as one of the cornerstones of development, innovation and progress that can contribute to the improvement of the livestock industry. Therefore, nuevo supports research programs in educational institutions in Greece such as the Agricultural University of Athens, the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and the Department of Pharmacy of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
We also support scientific research and assist in projects that protect the environment and support sustainable development, practicing environmental awareness. Finally, we are committed to providing a healthy and safe working environment for our employees, and to investing in their personal and professional advancement.
Member of the European Former Foodstuff Processors Association (EFFPA)
EFFPA: Reducing
Food Waste
At nuevo we process around 10.000 tons of former foods per year and return them into the food chain as high-quality feed
Installation of solar panel system
Harnessing the power of sun!
nuevo’s production facilities at Schimatari become energy self-sufficient with the installation of solar panel system.