Rooted In Sustainability

Using Our Food to Inspire Action and Implement Solutions

Prioritizing positive choices for people & the planet is at the core of our purpose, influencing everything from how we cultivate and manufacture our 100% organic products to the initiatives & organizations we choose to champion. Our purpose is to “Always Leave the earth better than you found it”- we strive to be socially responsible, environmentally, sustainable, and financially viable. These pillars are our north star and serve as a reminder of why Nature’s Path Organic Foods was founded: to contribute to a world where people and the planet can thrive together.

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.

3. Achieve Zero Waste – we did it!

We strive to reduce waste at the source and treat it in a way that sustains all living systems, through reusing, donating, recycling, and composting. Across our three manufacturing facilities, we have maintained their TRUE Certification for Zero Waste. Among just 500 certified facilities globally, our teams continue to lead by example, diverting waste from landfills and from incineration and through our sustainable packaging offerings and initiatives.

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.

Sustainability Report

Our annual sustainability report highlights the progress we make each year towards our targets.

2024 Report

Sustainability Report

Our annual sustainability report highlights the progress we make each year towards our targets.

2024 Report

other reports

Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act

fy26 report

Other Reports

Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act

FY25 Report

FY24 Report

Frequently Asked Questions

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.