If there was any doubt about the growing importance of promoting sustainability in the food and beverage (F&B) industry, a recent EY report put it to rest. Among the five consumer segments that EY predicts will shape the future of food consumption, two are "planet first" and "society first." Together, they strike at the heart of many sustainability initiatives that seek to reduce carbon emissions in ways that protect the environment and protect surrounding communities. In an effort to get ahead, many of the world's largest organizations – from big box stores and hospitality chains to F&B conglomerates – have published goals to become carbon neutral by 2050. To meet these milestones, they will need to go beyond their carbon footprint. by its own operations. They will also need the middle tiers of their supply chains to document and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. (foodindustryexecutive.com)