Our 6 Sustainability Pillars
1. Grow Organic
Since our beginnings in 1985, we have been among the pioneers of the organic movement and advancing organic agriculture & its benefits. continues to be our north star. This pillar reflects our dedication to building an Organic-Centered Sustainable Supply Chain, rooted in integrity, transparency, and trust. We are always organic –100% of Nature’s Path products are certified organic and proudly bear the organic seal on pack. We maintain a strong mandate against the use of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) in all our supplies in partnership with the Non-GMO Verified Project.
2. Addressing Climate Change
We believe in our responsibility to address our climate impact; from investing in best organic farming practices, reducing greenhouse gas emissions from our facilities, and committing to support renewable energy. This pillar shares our progress towards addressing climate change.
4. Preserve Water
Recognizing the life-sustaining role of water, we work to use this natural resource as efficiently as possible across all levels of our operations. We also support innovative climate-friendly organic farming practices that promote watershed protection and reduction of water needed to grow crops across our supply chain.
5. Educate, Inspire & Engage
We are activists with heart. The work we do embodies our purpose to always leave the earth better than we found it, which includes the betterment of our own team and our communities. Through education, advocacy, and engagement, we aspire to inspire individuals, communities, and other organizations to create a more just and equitable food system.
6. Give Back
We strive to not only improve ourselves, but our communities too. Through targeted financial contributions, as well as in-kind donations and volunteering, we own and participate in numerous corporate give-back initiatives, supporting important causes related to alleviating hunger, Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (J.E.D.I.), environmental sustainability and education, and conservation, among others.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is circular economy? (vs. a linear economy)
What is circular economy? (vs. a linear economy)
Circular economy is an economic system that aims to minimize waste and makes the most of resources. In contrast to the linear economy of: make, take, waste; a circular economy is based on: make, reuse, recycle, remanufacture. It is a shift to sustainable consumption.
What is your packaging made of?
What is your packaging made of?
We want our packaging to be as environmentally friendly as the delicious products within, so we only use Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified, 100% recyclable cardboard and paperboard printed with vegetable based inks. In addition, all of our plastic is BPA free, and we steer clear of corn-based plastics that are made with genetically modified corn and are almost impossible for our consumers to compost. We are constantly working with our suppliers to improve our packaging – see above for our 2030 packaging goal!
How can I recycle your pacakaging?
How can I recycle your pacakaging?
All of our cardboard and paperboard is 100% recyclable.
Our ECO PACs and box liners are a #2 film and are recyclable where film recycling exists. We are constantly working with our suppliers to improve our packaging – see above for our 2030 packaging goal.
What about your products that come in plastic packaging?
What about your products that come in plastic packaging?
In order to maintain our standards of freshness, so far we’ve had to use plastic – in addition to a variety of materials - in our packaging. But we have a new goal that by 2030 all of our packaging will be reusable, recyclable or compostable.
Since 2007 we have been testing a variety of plant-based/ biodegradable plastics, but have yet to find a suitable materials able to keep our food fresh over the course of its shelf-life. We have had success in making changes to our packaging over the years to make it increasingly sustainable (see our “Our Path to Sustainable Packaging” timeline on this page).
We offer many of our products in bulk, zero waste grocery stores, and in Ecopacs. If you live somewhere that TerraCycle is available – or near a recycling depot or retailer that accepts flexible packaging – your plastic granola pouch may be recyclable in these instances!
