Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced a five-year partnership with Landcare Australia to protect and preserve Australian biodiversity and sustainable ecosystems.
The agreement includes a revegetation program across CCEP sites nationwide, with around 55,000 native trees, shrubs and grasses to be planted across 55 hectares of land.
Scott Edwards, Sustainability Lead – Australia at CCEP, said: “We’re committed to taking meaningful action where we know we can make a significant difference – especially at our sites.
“By working together with Landcare Australia’s experts in revegetation projects, we can improve the biodiversity of the land on which we operate, help restore local ecosystems and make a positive impact on the environment for generations to come.”
Landcare Australia will use its three decades of experience in ecosystem restoration to lead the project all the way from site preparation to seeding, planting and ongoing management.
Dr Shane Norrish, Chief Executive Officer at Landcare Australia, said: “We take great pride in being able to support businesses like CCEP to bring to life purpose-led initiatives that have a tangible and positive impact on the environment. It’s fantastic to see CCEP making meaningful use of its sites beyond making beverages.
“This collaboration will not only reinvigorate the land at key CCEP sites but also create positive, long-lasting opportunities for native flora and fauna to thrive. While CCEP’s initial partnership with Landcare Australia will continue for five years, the revegetation project itself is expected to span a century. It will deliver significant, long-term ecological co-benefits, including improved soil health, enhanced water retention, and increased habitat for native wildlife, contributing to the overall resilience of local ecosystems for the next 100 years.”
The project will help CCEP in its mission to achieve net zero by 2040.
Edwards added: “Our commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2040 is driven by a multifaceted strategy. We prioritise decarbonising our operations by transitioning to renewable energy sources, optimising transport routes, and improving energy efficiency across our production facilities.
“We also support and invest in carbon offsetting projects, such as this biodiversity project. This holistic approach ensures we are making meaningful progress towards our sustainability goals while fostering positive environmental impacts.”
Landcare Australia said it will work hand-in-hand with the local community and respecting Indigenous knowledge to help shape a project that supports the community, honours culture, and lasts for generations.