Skip to main content
Hit enter to search or ESC to close

Narrow down your searches to:

  • All
  • Food is Living
  • Industry
  • Farmers & Growers
Top Picks
Bord Bia

Lakeland Dairies - Gold Member Case Study

Lakeland Dairies is a leading Irish dairy co-operative, formed in 1990, but with a heritage dating back 130 years. With 3,200 farm families from 17 counties, supplying two billion litres of high-quality milk, Lakeland Dairies service customers and consumers in over 100 global markets. Lakeland Dairies produces 240 dairy products, ensuring that sustainability is at the core of everything it does.

Dairy farmer in field with cows
Gold Member
Lakeland Dairies logo

Sustainability Achievements

Lakeland Dairies made significant steps in surpassing their waste target milestones, through improving their level of recyclability and placing emphasis on the disposal of their sludge.

  • Targets Reported: Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Sustainability Initiatives, Supplier Certification, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, Water, Biodiversity, Product Health and Nutrition, Community Engagement, Employee Wellbeing, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
  • Exemplary Targets: Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Certification, Waste, Water, Biodiversity, Product Health and Nutrition, Employee Wellbeing, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
  • Awarded Gold Membership: 2024
lakelanddairies.com

In 2023, Lakeland Dairies made significant strides in the increasing the volume of material sent for recycling from 23.39% in 2022 to 30.65% in 2023, exceeding their milestone target by 10.7%. To achieve this, the company hosted an annual meeting with waste contractors, located at a variation of sites, to identify the areas with excess material that could be used for by-products. Increased awareness and understanding amongst staff at Lakeland dairies, aids in the progression of this initiative.

At its Ballyrashane facility, Lakeland Dairies is maximising the use of Anaerobic Digestion (AD), which is the biological practice of organic matter breakdown, in the absence of oxygen. This process reduces the amount of greenhouse gases emitted, encourages nutrient recovery of the soil and is a highly successful form of renewable energy. By diverting waste products to AD, Lakeland Dairies exceeded the milestone target by a notable 95.6% in 2023, ultimately eradicating this practice. Through its ongoing efforts, the company is reducing its carbon footprint while actively contributing to a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Case Studies

Explore Origin Green Members

  • Gold Member

    Mallow Mia - Gold Member

    Founded in 2014 by food scientist Linda McClean, Mallow Mia specialises in premium, handcrafted marshmallow treats made from high-quality, natural ingredients. Committed to innovation and sustainability, the company offers a wide range of delicious flavours and unique products while minimising waste through efficient production practices and new product development.

    View Story
  • Gold Member

    Gold Member Case Study – Borrisoleigh Bottling Ltd

    Borrisoleigh Bottling Ltd, based in Co. Tipperary, produces award-winning natural water sourced from an age-old artesian well. The packaging reflects a sensitivity for the environment. The company currently supply all the major retailers in Ireland and export to several European markets.

    View Story
  • Gold Member

    Dairygold Food Ingredients - Gold Member

    Dairygold, established over 30 years ago in the province of Munster, blends traditional dairy farming with innovation to produce high-quality cheese and dairy ingredients for the global business-to-business market. The company offer premium cheeses and high-quality milk powder, alongside a premium agri-business and retail stores under the Co-Op SuperStores and Co-Op Stores brands.

    View Story
View all case studies