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How PepsiCo Foods North America is conserving water and driving change, with Melissa Jones
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Key takeaways
- PepsiCo Foods North America prioritizes water stewardship in their operations, aiming to become net water positive by 2030.
- Significant advancements in water conservation technologies have been implemented, reducing water usage substantially in their processes.
- Partnerships with organizations focused on sustainability amplify PFNA's impact on water conservation and watershed restoration.
- Innovative initiatives are continuously explored to develop technologies for capturing and reusing water, reflecting a commitment to sustainability.
Summary
Water Stewardship Initiatives at PepsiCo
Melissa Jones from PepsiCo Foods North America discusses the company's commitment to water stewardship, emphasizing the importance of water as a human right. She outlines the company's vision of leaving water resources in a better state wherever they operate. PFNA is actively working to increase water efficiency across its operations and is involved in replenishing local watersheds.
Innovative Water Conservation Practices
Jones highlights several recent projects that exemplify PFNA's efforts to conserve water, including a new cooking process for corn that uses 70% less water without compromising quality, and custom technology that recirculates water during potato processing. These innovations reflect a broader strategy of encouraging resource conservation and sharing best practices across their sites.
Collaborative Partnerships for Greater Impact
Recognizing that collaboration enhances their sustainability initiatives, PFNA engages with various organizations and alliances, such as the Alliance for Water Stewardship and Trout Unlimited. These partnerships allow PFNA to adopt sustainable standards and work towards restoring local watersheds, such as a project connecting segments of the Colorado River.
Future of Water Conservation Technology
Looking ahead, Jones talks about PFNA's upcoming technological advancements aimed at capturing and reusing water and heat from their frying processes. This initiative, already in use in India, represents the company's continued commitment to innovative solutions in resource conservation.
Sponsors
- Water Technology · This podcast episode features insights from an article on how PepsiCo Foods North America is conserving water and driving change, in partnership with Water Technology.
Show notes
In this In Processing segment, an audio version of an article from Water Technology, Jones discusses the company's water stewardship initiatives.
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