We are proud to launch a new service The PLEDGE on Food Waste Certification, a leading global certification program designed to help food service providers reduce food waste, improve operational efficiency and demonstrate commitment to sustainability.
This certification aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 12.3 to halve global food waste at the retail and consumer levels by 2030. Through this new offering, we continue to expand our support for the food industry’s transition to more sustainable and responsible practices.
Why it matters
Food waste represents a significant environmental, social and economic challenge. In the food service and hospitality sector it further impacts margins, resources and reputation. With increasing consumer and regulatory demand for sustainability and transparency, businesses must take proactive steps to measure and reduce waste throughout their operations.
We offer The PLEDGE on Food Waste Certification as an independent third-party certification body, leveraging its global credibility and expertise in food safety and sustainability. The service includes:
- Pre-audit gap assessments and tailored onboarding support
- Certification audits conducted by trained auditors
- Global scalability and local presence for multi-site operators
- Alignment with existing sustainability programs and regulatory expectations
- Ability to integrate The PLEDGE on Food Waste certification audits with food safety and hygiene programs, streamlining processes and maximizing efficiencies
Benefits for food service providers
- Strengthen your sustainability credentials
- Drive cost savings through waste reduction
- Improve operational efficiency and employee engagement
- Maximize operational efficiency by adopting SGS’s integrated audit solution approach
- Meet stakeholder and consumer expectations
- Gain competitive differentiation in a growing conscious consumer market
Part of our IMPACT NOW for sustainability commitment
The launch of this service is part of our IMPACT NOW for sustainability initiative – our commitment to helping businesses take meaningful, measurable steps toward sustainability. As an approved certification body or The PLEDGE on Food Waste, we empower clients in the food service sector to turn sustainability ambitions into action.
Ready to take the pledge?
Whether you operate a hotel, restaurant group, catering business or institutional kitchen, The PLEDGE on Food Waste Certification is a practical and proven framework to support your sustainability journey. Join a growing community of responsible food service providers making a real difference.
To learn more about the certification process and how to get started, contact our experts or visit our web page.
For further information and to discuss your requirements, please contact:
Evangelia Komitopoulou, PhD
Food Customized Solutions & CSR, Global Manager
Global Food Assurance
Business Assurance
t: +44 (0)7824 089985
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
