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“We embrace these trends as an opportunity for innovation to meet changing demands and develop new solutions. We also acknowledge the time, skills, and investment this involves.” The company is implementing actions based on science-based
targets. It has signed-up to the United nations Global Compact, (UNGC), a call to companies to align strategies and operations with universal principles on human rights, labour, the environment and anti-corruption; and take actions that advance societal goals. “We publish highly detailed annual sustainability reports that
represent the milestones we’ve passed on our journey and those we’re heading towards and will reach in the future,” Andrew said.
Manufacturer makes meaningful sustainability commitments
focused on strengthening and extending sustainability practices. It contends that an integrated approach is becoming increasingly relevant for businesses based in Europe, where sustainability legislation for companies, on topics including reporting, supply chain management, and products and processes, is expanding. Andrew Barrow, sales director said: “Our customers and employees are also becoming more personally aware of, and engaged in, the pursuit of sustainability.
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s customer demand and awareness grows, Evoca Group is putting sustainability at the heart of operations. The company says that for the past two years, it has
EVOCA’S SUSTAINABILITY ACHIEVEMENTS: • Evoca’s ‘Design for Environment’ project has re-defined guidelines for responsible packaging. The goal is to create simple, functional, and sustainable.
• The company aims to use recycled and recyclable materials where possible and to minimise the use of plastics both in inbound and outbound logistics. For our SuperAutomatic machines this has reduced plastic packaging by 90%.
• All packaging is now recyclable, and reduces carbon emissions by nearly 40%, and incoming packaging by 83%
• Towards the end of 2024, Evoca released Product Carbon Footprint fact sheets for many of the machines in the range.
• In September 2024, Evoca was awarded the EcoVadis Platinum rating. This puts it in the top 1% of machinery sector companies and recognises the company’s commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.
https://www.evocagroup.com/en/sustainability/our-strategy A fundamental shift in society
Sustainability is a buzz word in vending, but what is driving developments and how do they benefit operators, end users and the industry. The Vending & Automated Retail Association (AVA) has some insight The adoption of greener solutions is being driven
largely by legislation changes, end-user preferences and cost-saving opportunities. Meanwhile operators are integrating eco-friendly
packaging, energy-efficient machines and waste reduction strategies to meet both legal requirements and market demand.
TRENDS IN SUSTAINABLE VENDING • Operators compliance to the latest legislation including Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) are changing the way we view packaging and waste management. Mandatory Cup Takeback programmes and the single-use cup levy are pushing the industry toward recyclable and reusable solutions.
• The vending industry is beginning to move away from plastic cups and move towards fibre-based and biodegradable solutions to reduce environmental impact. With smart waste management systems in vending machines, collection and recycling rates are vastly improving in the industry as well.
• Vending machines are the most energy-efficient they have ever been with LED lighting, improved refrigeration, motion sensor technology and more. AI-driven inventory management not only ensures machines operate efficiently and reduce energy consumption, it also minimises waste and stock loss.
• Consumers are demanding more organic, plant- based and low-carbon footprint products than ever before. It is becoming more common today to source and supply ethical and carbon-neutral vending options than any other products.
AVA chief executive David Llewellyn said: “Leaning into sustainable vending will lower operating costs for operators as they become more energy efficient and reduce waste. They will improve their brand reputation by appealing more to end-users and in offering for sustainable options, they will be compliant with new and future regulations. “As an industry, the more sustainable options we can
offer, the stronger we position ourselves in the future especially with more sustainability-driven regulations coming into play.
“Sustainable vending is no longer a passing trend but a fundamental shift in society. Businesses that embrace innovation, comply with regulations and prioritise eco- conscious solutions will thrive in an increasingly green market.”
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