Potato Chip manufacturer Roger & Roger recognized as sustainability Pioneer in Wallonia by UNITAR

Potato Chips manufacturer Roger & Roger has been honoured as the first SDG Pioneer in Wallonia by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). This prestigious title recognizes companies that have successfully integrated sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their operations. The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Wallonie Picarde (CCI Wapi) highlights this significant achievement in a recent article.

Roger & Roger embarked on this sustainability journey in 2021 in collaboration with CCI Wapi, developing a comprehensive action plan for sustainable entrepreneurship. After three years and the completion of 48 targeted actions, the company has officially earned the SDG Pioneer status.

Key initiatives that contributed to this accomplishment include:

• Promoting Employee Well-being: Organizing various sports activities such as the Croky mini football tournament and bowling evenings to encourage a healthy work-life balance.
• Testing Mildew-Resistant Potato Varieties: Focusing on sustainable agriculture by trialling different mildew-tolerant and -resistant potato varieties, thereby reducing the need for crop protection products and ensuring stable harvests.
• Reducing Packaging Waste: Implementing the use of uniform boxes and in-house printing to minimize ink use and waste associated with secondary packaging.
• Utilizing Biogas: Leveraging biogas produced at the company’s water treatment facility as an alternative fuel source, enhancing energy sustainability.
• Contributing to the Biodiesel Industry: Repurposing ISCC-certified used cooking oil as a valuable resource for the biofuel industry.
• Recycling IT Equipment: Participating in the Out of Use program, collecting old IT equipment for reuse or recycling, which also facilitated tree planting efforts.

This milestone achievement reflects the dedication and teamwork of Roger & Roger's employees, whose collective efforts have been instrumental in driving the company's sustainability initiatives forward. The recognition as an SDG Pioneer underscores the company’s commitment to sustainable development and its role as a leader in fostering a greener future.