Sustainability at Brakes Catering Equipment
At Brakes Catering Equipment, sustainability is guided by a set of clear goals covering community, inclusion and diversity, carbon reduction and renewable energy. As part of Sysco GB, we are committed to responsible business practices that support both people and the planet.
Sustainability in catering and foodservice spans environmental impact, operational efficiency and social responsibility. This includes reducing carbon emissions, improving energy performance, minimising waste and supporting inclusive workplaces. These priorities help shape long-term progress across our operations.
Our approach reflects the wider ambition across Sysco GB to reduce environmental impact while continuing to support communities and strengthen workplace wellbeing and safety.
People
- Supporting communities
- Diversity, equity & inclusion
- Workplace wellbeing & safety
Brakes sustainability in the news
Road to Logistics & Sysco GB Win DEI Company of the Year at Multimodal Awards
Not for profit training organisation, Road to Logistics and the nation’s leading foodservice company, Sysco GB have been named Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Company of the Year at the 2026 Multimodal Awards.
Meals & More Allocates Biggest Ever Funding Round to Support Families This Summer
Meals & More has announced its largest ever funding round, committing £540,000 to support children and families during the school holidays — a lifeline at a time when more households are struggling to cope with rising costs.
Sysco takes pride in Ashford
Ashford Pride takes place on 20 June, and the sponsorship is part of a packed programme to showcase Pride at Sysco GB, with every site in the network undertaking activity to support the LGBTQ+ community.
Meals & Joy campaign
National charity launches heartfelt Christmas film and fundraising campaign to feed children going hungry this winter.
Brakes Catering Equipment Sustainability FAQs
Sustainability in catering and foodservice covers environmental, social and operational responsibility. This includes reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, minimising waste, supporting communities and promoting inclusive workplaces. For commercial kitchens, sustainability can involve energy-efficient catering equipment, responsible sourcing, waste reduction practices and lower carbon logistics.
As part of Sysco GB, Brakes Catering Equipment operates within a wider sustainability strategy focused on carbon reduction and renewable energy. This includes investment in sustainable infrastructure, transitioning towards renewable electricity, and developing a lower carbon fleet to reduce emissions across operations and distribution.
Renewable energy plays a key role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions across the foodservice supply chain. By committing to renewable electricity targets, businesses can significantly lower their environmental impact and support wider decarbonisation efforts within catering and hospitality.
Catering businesses can reduce their environmental impact by improving energy efficiency, reducing food and packaging waste, reviewing supply chain emissions and choosing appliances designed for durability and efficient performance. Broader sustainability strategies often include monitoring carbon footprint data, improving recycling processes and embedding responsible procurement policies.