LSG Group partners with Klimato for climate impact transparency on menus
A view of the Klimato dashboard
The LSG Group has announced its partnership with food sustainability solution Klimato to enhance its sustainability efforts. As part of this collaboration, the LSG Group will introduce Klimato labels on menus showcased at the World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) 2024, providing transparent information about the climate impact of each meal.
Klimato will use its science-backed database and accredited Life Cycle Assessment methodology to help LSG Group measure the environmental impact of its food products. This data will be displayed on menus, categorizing the carbon intensity of each dish as Very Low, Low, Medium, High or Very High.
“Collaborating with Klimato enables us to offer customers clear insights into the environmental impact of our menu items, aligning seamlessly with our sustainability targets for 2030. By integrating Klimato labels into our WTCE 2024 menus, we proactively advance sustainability in the travel industry,” said Simon Frischemeier, Head of Operational Excellence and Sustainability at the LSG Group.
Klimato's metrics displayed on a meal from LSG Group
Rodrigo Saraiva, Senior Culinary Excellence Manager for Latin America, highlights the value of Klimato's technology in tracking emissions throughout the entire life cycle of food products.
“This data empowers our culinary teams around the world to understand the environmental footprint of each menu item, enabling informed decision-making and classification of menus based on carbon footprint. Moreover, it fosters transparency with our customers, cultivating trust and collaboration,” he said.
Anton Unger, CEO and co-founder of Klimato said that Klimato is the easiest way for businesses to demonstrate their sustainability efforst.
“Today, hundreds of global businesses trust us to help them reduce their carbon footprint, meet their sustainability goals, stay compliant and optimize revenue. We’re delighted that the LSG Group is the latest company to onboard our solution, highlighting its dedication to environmental responsibility and customer transparency. We’re honoured to be able to work together,” Unger concluded.
