At Pomona, we are driven by a powerful mission: to provide fresh, high-quality produce while passionately championing environmental sustainability. We are fervently committed to lessening our environmental footprint, enhancing the well-being of our customers, our community, and the planet we all share.
Commitment to Sustainability
We recognize the profound responsibility we carry to safeguard our environment for future generations. Every business decision we make prioritizes the sustainability of our products. While we may not be perfect, our commitment to mindful practices remains unwavering.
Reducing Plastic in Food Packaging
Eco-Friendly Packaging: We prioritize biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable materials to nurture our planet.
Minimal Packaging: We strive to reduce plastic use without compromising the quality and safety of our produce.Reusable Solutions: We offer reusable containers to our loyal customers, encouraging them to return these for cleaning and reuse.
Supplier Collaboration: Working hand-in-hand with our suppliers, we’re dedicated to slashing plastic use across our supply chain. By purchasing in bulk and returning crates and boxes for reuse, we minimize waste wherever possible.
Reducing Air Pollution & Road Miles
Local Deliveries: We carefully design our delivery routes to lower fuel consumption and emissions.
Efficient Logistics: Our delivery schedules aim to consolidate trips and reduce the number of vehicles on the road, sourcing as much produce as possible from local growers.
Customer Participation: We empower our customers to help us further reduce road miles by choosing consolidated delivery days.
Continuous Improvement
We are dedicated to continuous improvement in our environmental practices.
Employee Engagement: We actively train and inspire our team to embrace sustainable practices in their daily work.
Customer Feedback: We cherish your insights on how we can strengthen our sustainability efforts.
Waste Management
We recycle all of our cardboard waste locally and strive to minimize food waste. By ordering only what is necessary for weekly fulfillment, any excess food is donated to local food banks or provided to farms for animal feed. Our general waste is processed at a local recycling plant, ensuring responsible recycling or incineration to generate power for the community.
At Pomona, we are deeply passionate about environmental stewardship. By focusing on sustainability, reducing plastic waste, and minimizing air pollution and road miles, we seek to make a meaningful impact on our environment and community. Together with our customers and partners, we are nurturing a greener future, holding these values at the heart of our growth as a company.