Sustainability focus areas

Food waste

Food waste

METRO wants food to be enjoyed till the last bite. So we join forces along the supply chain against wasting food.

Conscious proteins

Conscious proteins

We like to do things differently; so do our customers. So we diversify our protein offer to attract the conscious consumer.

Raw material sourcing

Raw material sourcing

We know that a perfect ingredient makes the difference, especially when it comes to health, quality and safety as well as social and environmental responsibility. That’s why we want to do things right from the start.

Climate

Climate action

METRO believes in sustainable business processes. That’s why we channel our energy and resources to where it makes most sense: our customers’ business success, at the same time helping to save energy and resources on the rest.

Human rights

Human rights

Our business is a people's business. Not just here in our restaurants and stores but all the way to the source of our products. We care about people and stand strong for human rights. Championing our customers by promoting Human Rights.

Organic products

Organic and responsible products

One key to success is sustainable products which differentiate the business – our own and that of our customers. At the same time conscious choices make the difference for end-consumers and the environment.

Packaging and plastic

Packaging and plastic

We know it's the product that counts. So we use as little packaging as possible and as much as necessary. That’s why we innovate together with partners to come to zero waste.

Diversity

Diversity and Inclusion

We know that diversity makes us stronger and inclusion opens doors to new learnings and opportunities. That is why we embrace the difference.

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Community involvement

Giving back to society is one aspect of responsible business.