Data, Decarbonisation and Diets: How Foodservice Can Benefit as a Net-Zero Leader

Chapter 1: Road to somewhere

Post-2020, many foodservice businesses made bold net-zero pledges—but progress has been patchy. A lack of data and strategic planning has slowed action. This chapter explores the growing need for credible plans, consistent data, and collaboration to move from ambition to impact.

Chapter 2: Scope 1, 2, 3... go

Scope 3—especially emissions from food—is the toughest challenge. Leading companies are using detailed data to cut impact through recipe reformulation, regenerative sourcing, and supply chain engagement. The power of chefs, clients and behind-the-scenes decisions is key.

Chapter 3: Scrutiny, standardisation and regulations

With greenwashing under fire and new rules on the rise (CSRD, UKSRS, DMCC), businesses must back up carbon claims with clear, credible data. Strong reporting is becoming a competitive edge, while the role of carbon labels remains hotly debated.