The Sunny Delight Beverages Co Sustainability
Vision We build brands of great tasting, more wholesome beverages that become staples for our consumers. As a result, we are among the fastest growing beverage companies in the world
People Make the Difference Formed August 1, 2004 $400+ Million in Sales 600 Employees 5 Manufacturing sites
Manufacturing Plants LITTLETON, MA ANAHEIM, CA S. BRUNSWICK, NJ SHERMAN, TX ATLANTA, GA
South Brunswick Site Opened in 1975 Facilities: 34 Acres 2 Buildings w/ Sunny Delight, Aseptic, Concentrate Operations Process, packing, warehouse Drop lot for NE shipments Enrollment: 102 Technicians, 7 temporaries, 3 managers
Sustainability Approach Commitment from CEO We pursue sustainability because it so strongly fits with the personal values of those who manage SDBC every day. We want our company to be a positive force in our communities and to become a well-respected citizen. We want our families to be proud of the work we do every day
SDBC Sustainability We follow the triple bottom line philosophy People Profit Planet
Our Sustainability Program Profit Economic: Wholesome products Planet Environmental: Reducing our environmental footprint People Social: Community service & employee wellness
Everyone is involved Sustainability
Lean to Green Daily Management Sustainability Committees Steering Team Benchmarking People Communication GRI, Results Marketing Packaging Product Purchasing Transportation Lean to Green - Manufacturing
Lean to Green Daily Management Sustainability leaders at each manufacturing facility Sustainability teams per site 90 day plans Bi weekly calls Sustainability audits Monthly Scorecard measures
Manufacturing Excellence Creating Excellence Building Careers We are a Global Manufacturer of great tasting wholesome beverages We strive for excellence in everything we do We operate in the safest waste-free environments We deliver superior products with premium quality We use the best processes and technologies We are Lean, Green and we make things sustainable We are the Employer of Choice in the community We improve lives in the communities that we work within We build teamwork, leadership and technical skills We believe Diversity is the strength of our organization We enjoy successful careers by building manufacturing leaders
South Brunswick Green Productivity Technical Workplace EXCELLENCE Great Place To Work
Great Green Excellence People Health, Wellness, Community, Social Planet Recycling, ZWL, Energy/Water, Carbon Footprint Profit Budget, Savings, Lean
People Improving the communities in which we operate Over 30 community events per year from our 6 locations!
People Donated more than $1 million annually as part of our charitable giving Monthly Product donation process
People Enhancing the wellness of our employees o o o o o o o Wellness incentives Annual Health Van assessments Yoga Zumba Biggest loser contests Healthier alternatives Meals Execute on employee suggestions!
People o o o Leadership training Recognition events o Years of service o Perfect Attendance o Results o Company Picnic o Holiday Dinner Bring Your Sons and Daughters to Work Day
People o Accountability o People o Planet o Profit o Values o Safety o Quality o Company
Profit Increased portfolio of wholesome products 100% juice Veryfine, Fruit Simple Flavored water F 2 0 Functional juices Bossa Nova Healthier joints - Elations Fewer calories - 92 calories/8 oz serving to 50 calories Less plastic in bottles
Profit Budget provided for events and partnerships Recycling efforts are a revenue stream South Brunswick Site delivers its budget year over year Company EBIDTA increasing each year, Growth
Planet Environmental Program- Lean to Green Reduce our Water Usage by 25% Reduce our Energy Usage by 25% Reduce our Carbon Footprint by 25% Zero Waste to Landfill
Planet Water Reduction Ionized air rinse vs water CIP/COP Procedures Equipment / programming Low flow nozzles on packing lines Waterless Urinals, Water faucet timers Water filters vs bottles
Planet Energy Reduction Equipment (energy efficient, VFD) Maintenance Air leak audits Lighting (Shutdown procedures, efficiency projects, reminders)
Carbon calculated by: Carbon o Direct energy (combustion) o Indirect energy (electricity, steam, air) o Fugitive air emissions from refrigeration losses
The Power of Zero Waste
Blue Whale Prior to starting our Sustainability efforts, our Texas site was sending 130 tons, the weight of a blue whale to the landfill per year!
Zero Waste to Landfill Achieved Zero Waste to Landfill in April 2010 Four Years ahead of goal! 10 months from start to finish to achieve this status We made our waste stream into a profit center in 2011 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 36.68% % Waste to Landfill 23.55% 9.33% 0% 2007 2008 2009 2010
Zero Waste to Landfill All the waste generated at the site is either reduced, reused, recycled or used for cogeneration
How We Accomplished Zero Maximize recycling Everyone s involvement is necessary Audit all waste and find all recycling streams Research recyclers Set up procedures RECYCLE, RECYCLE, RECYCLE!!!
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Cogeneration What we Reduce: Paper usage Printers Toner Space
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Cogeneration What we Reuse/send to be reused: Boxes, Drums, Totes, Pallets
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Cogeneration Composting: Cafeteria scraps Cogeneration: Cafeteria & compactor trash Materials that cannot be recycled
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Cogeneration Other recyclables: Office paper Cardboard Bottles All Plastic (caps/stretch film, labels, wrap, bands)
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Cogeneration Other recyclables: Creform Scrap metal, Cans Film cores Electronics Universal & hazardous waste Items no longer needed employee donation
Soft Copy: Production results / Systems Meetings, Use monitors Paperless Systems Quality Assurance systems Employee timesheet/benefit system Accounts payable system
Accountability Inspect what you expect Dumpster Dives Office Audits Training & Education Results reviews Performance assessments Listen, Provide the tools and resources!
Waste Journey- Results
Recycling Increase
Teamwork We could not have achieved this goal without the help of each of our 600 employees! Dedication to doing the right thing each time is what makes our sustainability work!
Next Steps - Continue on our path Planet, Profit, People Reduce our environmental footprint by helping us further reduce of use of water, energy an carbon and maintain zero waste to landfill Improve the wholesomeness of our product offerings Enhance the wellness of our employees and the communities in which they live and work Continue to deliver balanced growth which is the hallmark of a successful company
Projects Light weighting bottles & corrugate Increase recycled content in corrugate Water and Energy conservations through audits Reduce calorie content More nutritious initiatives Wellness plan for employees Community involvement Education for wellness and recycling at home Economical Efficient Environmental Ergonomic
Our Reports
Our Journey is Just Beginning- Questions? Librado Guerrero South Brunswick Plant Manager librado.guerrero@sunnyd.com