Environmental policy

Monserrat Almazan S.L. is a family-owned company dedicated to food distribution in the hospitality and catering sector. From the General Management, we have developed our environmental policy, which we are committed to implementing and updating periodically. Through this policy, we aspire to continuously improve our environmental impact, remaining true to our family values and our dedication to serving our customers.

The commitment of our company is reflected in the following set of criteria, with the aim of ensuring that every decision we make contributes positively to our environment:

  1. The management of Monserrat Almazan considers it a priority to include environmental criteria in all planning and management processes, recognizing the importance of sustainable development within the company. Consequently, environmental aspects are considered in new facilities and proposed projects, such as:
    • Prioritization of energy efficiency to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. At Monserrat Almazan, we choose to use renewable energy in our operations and obtain relevant certifications to validate this. We also prioritize the monitoring of consumption lines within the company’s facilities.
    • We are committed to conducting quarterly energy efficiency checks and continuously developing environmental sustainability improvement plans. – Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions through the use of electric vehicles for the majority of our transport fleet and the optimization of their routes.
    • Minimization of waste production and promotion of its reduction, reuse, and recycling through the implementation and monitoring of the “Waste and By-product Management Plan” established within the company.
    • Calculation and disclosure of carbon emissions to promote transparency and explore alternatives to reduce these emissions. U.A. 04/04/2024
  2. At Monserrat Almazan, we are committed to transparently communicating our environmental actions and policies, promoting awareness and participation among all stakeholders.
  3. Within Monserrat Almazan, we implement measures to reduce the environmental impacts of our activities and those of our suppliers, promoting the sustainable use of resources.
  4. At Monserrat Almazan, we are committed to using packaging plastic with a high percentage of recycled material, always prioritizing alternatives with the minimal environmental impact that comply with food safety regulations.
  5. The company’s management is responsible for meeting all legal requirements and other applicable environmental standards, adhering to current environmental laws and supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda, ensuring environmental respect in all operations.
  6. At Monserrat Almazan, we are committed to developing internal audits with a preventive aim to assess the effectiveness of our key environmental operations.
  7. In our company, we implement preventive measures to reduce our water footprint. This includes conducting awareness campaigns for all staff, implementing systems to monitor water consumption in our facilities, and continuously seeking solutions to reduce this consumption.