Sphera Franchise Group launches its 2023 Sustainability Report: 80% local purchases and 100% energy-efficient lighting in restaurants
Sphera Franchise Group, the largest group in the food service industry in Romania, marks significant progress in sustainability in 2023 - all the Group’s restaurants had 100% energy-efficient lighting, purchases were predominantly made…
Sphera Franchise Group, the largest group in the food service industry in Romania, marks significant progress in sustainability in 2023 - all the Group’s restaurants had 100% energy-efficient lighting, purchases were predominantly made from local suppliers in Romania (80%), and GHG (Greenhouse Gases) emissions from Domain 1 decreased by 10% compared to 2022. These are just some of the achievements detailed in the Group’s fifth sustainability report, which covers the period 1 January to 31 December 2023.
The report presents four key directions through which the company aims to contribute to a more sustainable future. In the Business field, Sphera directed 80% of the purchase budget of the brands in Romania to domestic suppliers, thus contributing to the local economy. Within the Environment pillar, the Group recorded reductions in Greenhouse Gas emissions for both Domain 1 (10%) and Domain 2 (5%) compared to the year 2022. Regarding Products, all suppliers of chicken have been audited for animal welfare standards, ensuring quality and ethics in the supply chain. Last, but not least, the People and Community pillar highlights Sphera’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, with nearly 65% of management positions held by women and over 30 different nationalities among employees.
"The year 2023 proved that, at Sphera, operational excellence and corporate responsibility are mutually reinforcing. We have taken important steps towards redefining the standards in our industry, with achievements that are not mere numbers in a report, but are the pillars of our sustainable future. We see today’s ESG challenges as opportunities for innovation and leadership in the industry, and, through this approach, we transform every action into a source of sustainable value for all our stakeholders, consolidating our position as pioneers of the HoReCa industry”, states Călin Ionescu, CEO, Sphera Franchise Group.
Energy performance and environmental protection
- The Group’s objective to implement energy-efficient lighting (LED) was achieved in 2023, with all restaurants currently equipped with this system;
- Electricity consumption at the Group level was 3.63% lower in 2023 compared to 2022;
