JBS USA commits to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, water, electricity, natural gas
In 2017, JBS USA reduced the intensity of its water use by 6.2%, natural gas by 6.3%, electricity by 5.2% and greenhouse gas emissions by 7.6%, compared to 2016.
JBS USA, Greeley, Colo., released its 2017 Sustainability Report, which details JBS USA’s environmental, social and economic achievements in 2017, and 2020 Sustainability Targets, which establish a clear path for future sustainable progress.
“For more than a decade, JBS USA has hand-crafted the heart of the family meal, and provided opportunities for our team members, customers and shareholders to sustainably thrive and grow,” says Andre Nogueira, president and CEO of JBS USA. “The JBS USA team is honored to have the opportunity to place great-tasting, sustainable food at the center of the plate for millions of families around the world each and every day.”