Coca-Cola Beverages Africa's Sustainability Strategy: Focusing on People and the Planet
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa's sustainability initiatives, focusing on water security, wastewater treatment, packaging circularity, and partnerships for collective impact.
In an exclusive statement to the press, Tshidi Ramogase, the Chief Public Affairs, Communication and Sustainability Officer of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA), unveiled the company's robust sustainability strategy. Emphasizing a commitment to driving resilient and sustainable solutions, Ramogase highlighted CCBA's dedication to addressing current and future challenges while fostering positive change for the planet.
Water Security: A Core Priority
Ramogase underscored water as a pivotal focus area within the Coca-Cola system. He elaborated on The Coca-Cola Company's ambitious 2030 Water Security Strategy, aimed at bolstering water security globally. Collaborating with strategic partners, CCBA endeavors to ensure access to clean water for both communities and ecosystems in regions of operation and ingredient sourcing. Ramogase emphasized the significance of sustainable water access in enhancing livelihoods and well-being while mitigating water-related risks.
Sustainable Water Management Initiatives
In Kenya, CCBA unveiled a new wastewater treatment plant at the Equator Bottlers facility in Kisumu. This initiative aims to promote sustainable water usage practices and minimize the environmental footprint of the factory. Ramogase highlighted the plant's capability to treat and recycle wastewater for non-potable purposes such as irrigation and cleaning, illustrating CCBA's commitment to responsible water stewardship.
Empowering Agriculture Through Innovative Solutions
Turning to Botswana, CCBA's subsidiary solidified its commitment to sustainability by partnering with the Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The collaboration focuses on donating water from CCBA's new water treatment plant for agricultural irrigation, contributing to enhanced agricultural productivity while ensuring environmental compliance through advanced water treatment technologies.
Driving Circular Packaging Solutions
Ramogase outlined CCBA's efforts in advancing a circular economy approach to packaging, aimed at reducing waste and carbon emissions. Initiatives include integrating more recycled content into packaging, expanding the use of refillable bottles, and actively participating in recycling programs like Coca-Cola's World Without Waste initiative. Ramogase cited the PET Recycling Company (PETCO) in South Africa as a prime example, highlighting its success in promoting PET plastic recycling and its expansion into multiple African markets.
Fostering Collaborative Partnerships for Impact
Concluding his statement, Ramogase reiterated CCBA's commitment to forging partnerships that drive collective impact across various sustainability domains, including water stewardship, packaging circularity, and climate action. He emphasized the importance of stakeholder feedback in shaping CCBA's sustainability strategy, underscoring a continuous learning and improvement ethos.
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa's sustainability endeavors stand as a testament to its unwavering dedication to people, the planet, and a more sustainable future. Through strategic initiatives and collaborative partnerships, CCBA c
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