Oppy accelerates sustainability momentum in third annual report
New document highlights renewable energy milestones, packaging innovation, food waste reduction and human rights leadership
Oppy, the leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce, has released the third edition of its annual sustainability report, “Expect the world from us,” showcasing continued progress and new initiatives across its five key focus areas: greenhouse gas emissions, water use, food waste, sustainable packaging, and the people and communities where it operates.
Building on the achievements outlined in last year’s report, the 2025 edition reflects significant advances in renewable energy adoption, waste diversion, responsible sourcing and packaging innovation. The report also reinforces Oppy’s science-based targets, outlining the company’s ongoing pathway toward significant greenhouse gas emissions reduction.
“We’re proud of the momentum we’ve built and the tangible progress reflected in this year’s report,” said Sustainability Lead Angela Chan. “By building on the solid foundation we’ve established, we continue to innovate and collaborate toward a more resilient, equitable and sustainable future across every corner of our business and the communities we touch.”
Aligned with this momentum, Oppy’s sustainability leadership is also being recognized within the industry. The organization was invited to the 2026 Leadership Circle of the Ethical Charter Implementation Program (ECIP) — a distinction celebrating suppliers that demonstrate outstanding engagement and leadership in advancing responsible labor practices throughout the produce supply chain. The acknowledgment reflects Oppy’s dedication to continuous improvement and alignment with ECIP, an industrywide framework that promotes transparency, accountability and respect for farmworkers.
“Across our industry, collaboration continues to be the most powerful driver of progress,” said President and Chief Operating Officer David Smith. “From developing Canada’s first geothermal-powered greenhouse to investing in sustainable packaging and human-rights initiatives, we know that meaningful, long-term change comes from partnering with other dedicated leaders and aspirational goals.”
Key highlights from the 2025 report:
- 65% of Oppy’s office and warehouse energy now comes from renewable sources, a 17% year-over-year increase that avoided 213 metric tons of CO₂
- Developing Canada’s first geothermal-powered greenhouse in partnership with DEEP Earth Energy.
- Reduced plastic use in citrus film by up to 20%, and advanced packaging data systems to support EPR compliance in the U.S. and Canada.
- Diverted over 590 tons of food waste in Vancouver and achieved 97% diversion in Southern California, moving toward a zero-waste goal by 2028.
- Released Oppy’s second modern slavery report, outlining new due diligence and supplier accountability measures.
As a global grower and distributor of fresh produce moving more than 50 million boxes through the supply chain every year, Oppy recognizes the critical importance of environmental stewardship and supporting the livelihoods of the farmers. The company remains steadfast in its commitment to transparency, collaboration and continuous improvement as it drives forward a more sustainable future for itself and the overall produce industry.
