OUR PLANET

Being a sustainable business is very important to us, as we work to a net zero target of 2035 for our own operations and a commitment to cut emissions, including those generated by the products we sell and across our supply chains, to zero by 2050. Tesco has a strong record in plastic waste recycling and this year, in partnership with Paltech, we launched the first plastic flowerpot to be made from 100% end-of-life waste plastic which was collected from stores. These pots can be used to grow garden plants and flowers and in turn improve biodiversity. Working with Paltech-patented technology, these waste plastics may be used in construction materials for the Tesco Ireland store network and in-store maintenance and refits including buildings, car-park barriers, and signage.

Paltech, a sister company of Green Generation, Tesco’s food waste partner, makes new flowerpots made of 100% recycled soft plastic which are sold in Tesco stores. Pictured with Green Generation directors Billy Costello (left) and Paul Costello (right) are Joe Manning, Tesco Commercial Director, and Pippa Hackett, Minister of State