The new UK Food and Drink Pact has been launched which replaces the Courtauld Commitment.
The rebrand reflects a strategy shift with the aim of tackling food waste, curbing greenhouse gas emissions and improving water stewardship throughout the country’s food and drink sector.
Membership of the Pact is structured across four tiers—Delivery Signatories, Affiliates, Associates, and Engagement Partners—meaning that every organisation, from major retailers to local charities, can contribute.
Larger signatories such as Tesco and Nestlé will be expected to take a leadership role on reducing GHG emissions, preventing waste, and introducing responsible water-management practices across supply chains. Meanwhile, smaller businesses and public-sector bodies will benefit from shared resources, pilot projects, and ongoing support, reinforcing inclusivity and collective responsibility.
Central to the Pact’s strategy are two targeted roadmaps, focusing on food waste reduction and water stewardship. One headline goal is to halve per capita food waste by 2030 (against a 2007 baseline), aligning the UK with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12.3. Another is to cut sector-wide GHG emissions by 50%, reflecting the urgent need for climate action.
For further information, visit https://www.wrap.ngo/take-action/uk-food-drink-pact