Driven by increasing demand for transparent environmental data and evolving regulatory landscapes, this group issues a collective call to action for manufacturers to embrace embodied carbon reporting and collaborate on establishing a sustainable future.
The FCSI is a professional association which sets the standards for foodservice consultants. Its members offer professional, independent catering and foodservice consultancy.
FCSI members can help with specifying catering equipment, designing a new kitchen, restaurant or retail food concept, to catering management consultancy including hygiene, foodservice strategy, benchmarking, menu planning, project management or tendering to find the right contractor.
A spokesperson for FCSI said: “While operational carbon efficiency has been a long-standing focus, embodied carbon – the emissions associated with the materials, manufacturing, transportation, and end-of-life of equipment – remains a largely unquantified concern. This often-overlooked impact, potentially representing up to 25% of a fit-out’s total carbon footprint, requires immediate and collaborative attention.
“End-users are increasingly factoring embodied carbon data into their equipment selections, and the demand for comprehensive transparency is only expected to grow. Proactive engagement is essential. Delaying action until mandatory regulations are imposed is not only reactive but also risks hindering progress towards a more sustainable industry.”