Michaela Meade
One of Campbellfield’s most iconic factories – the Nestlé factory – is now powered by 100 per cent renewable electricity, generated from wind power.
Nestlé said the electricity for the factory – the ‘home of KitKat’ – will help produce more than 1.2 million of the popular chocolate bars each day.
According to the company, this is the equivalent electricity used by about 4600 households per year.
Factory manager Karl Nealon said the Campbellfield team was excited about the move that would mean a better environmental impact.
“The team here in Campbellfield are so proud that the company is accelerating its efforts to achieving net zero emissions with the switch to 100 per cent renewable electricity,” he said.
“As we continue to invest in ways to reduce our environmental impact, it’s not just an investment for the factory but an investment for the future of our community.”
The move comes as the company partnered with CWP Renewables to make its first renewable power purchase agreement, which will help all Nestlé sites make the switch to 100 per cent renewable electricity.
The 10-year agreement covers the company’s six Australian factories, two distribution centres, three corporate offices, 22 retail boutiques, and laboratory.
The company has committed to reducing its net emissions by 50 per cent by 2030, and achieving net zero by 2050.
Nestlé’s Net Zero roadmap is available online.
Details: bit.ly/3lgaNGQ
