General Mills Inc 2017 SR
The report outlines General Mills' sustainability performance during fiscal 2016, focusing on food safety, climate change, and sustainable sourcing. Key achievements include 100% third-party food safety audits for all facilities and reaching 69% sustainable sourcing for its top 10 priority ingredients. The company established science-based targets to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 28% by 2025 and achieve sustainable levels by 2050. General Mills also expanded its natural and organic portfolio, becoming the fourth-largest U.S. producer. Significant environmental initiatives include a $4 million partnership with the USDA for pollinator habitats and the launch of a soil health roadmap. Socially, the company reported that 47% of management positions are held by women and achieved an 83% employee volunteerism rate.
Company: General Mills Inc
Sector: Consumer Staples
Country: United States
Year: 2017
Type: SR
Pages: 103
General Mills Inc
Global Responsibility Report
The report outlines General Mills' sustainability performance during fiscal 2016, focusing on food safety, climate change, and sustainable sourcing. Key achievements include 100% third-party food safety audits for all facilities and reaching 69% sustainable sourcing for its top 10 priority ingredients. The company established science-based targets to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 28% by 2025 and achieve sustainable levels by 2050. General Mills also expanded its natural and organic portfolio, becoming the fourth-largest U.S. producer. Significant environmental initiatives include a $4 million partnership with the USDA for pollinator habitats and the launch of a soil health roadmap. Socially, the company reported that 47% of management positions are held by women and achieved an 83% employee volunteerism rate.
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Document Details
Report Year
2017
Reporting Period
Jun 1, 2015 - May 29, 2016
Fiscal Year
2016
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
Pages
File Size
Standards & Assurance
Reporting Standards
Materiality Assessment
Sustainable Development Goals
Other Standards
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Emissions
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Energy Consumption
Renewable Energy
Water Consumption
Total Waste
Women on Board
Women in Management
Employees