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Kearney’s Home Baking - Gold Member Case Study

Established in 1992 by the Kearney sisters, Kearney’s Home Baking began from a passion for home baking. With a diploma in bakery production and management, they blended family recipes with market research, meeting local demand for traditional treats in Ballyhahill, County Limerick. Today, their bakehouse remains a beloved local brand, known for quality and dedication.

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Sustainability Achievements

Kearney’s Home Baking exceeded their recyclable and reusable packaging target milestone by 14% in 2023.

  • Targets Reported: Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Certification, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, Water, Product Health and Nutrition, and Community Engagement.
  • Exemplary Targets: Raw Materials Certification, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, and Community Engagement.
  • Awarded Gold Membership: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
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In 2023, Kearney’s Home Baking made significant strides towards advancing its sustainability agenda through a comprehensive packaging transformation initiative, exceeding targets for recyclable and reusable packaging by 14%. This success stemmed from eliminating plastic bags from their packaging options while also achieving a reduction in packaging intensity. Kearney’s Home Baking continued to use crates for their deliveries, a choice that enhances the recyclability of its packaging.

This initiative exemplifies Kearney’s Home Baking’s steadfast commitment to embedding sustainable practices into its operations, which was evident throughout the year, with continued emphasis on reducing environmental impact through packaging innovation. The company’s dedication to creating a more sustainable future by integrating eco-friendly packaging solutions at every level of its supply-chain, reflecting a holistic approach to responsible business practices.

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