But we know that where we source our water from is just as critical, with stressed sources causing great damage to local communities and eco-systems. We are committed to helping suppliers reduce their water footprint and avoiding water conflict with local communities.
Our pledges on water
- Achieve zero water intake at our Walkers Crisps manufacturing sites within 10 years
- Reduce water use at British manufacturing sites by a further 45% per kg of production within 3 years
- Invest in research to identify the most environmentally sensitive ways of irrigating our agricultural raw materials
- Carry out research to identify operations that risk contributing to water shortages
Key achievements on water
- Walkers Crisps water use per kg of production reduced by 42% between 2001 and 2007
- Pepsi Cola water use per kg reduced by 39% between 2003 and 2007
