A Foundation Built on Clear Results

As a founding partner of the Baltic Sustainability Awards, Rimi Baltic brings valuable perspective on implementing large-scale sustainability initiatives. Their journey illustrates how systematic changes in retail operations can create lasting environmental and social impact.

Climate Action in Practice

Rimi Baltic's achievement of climate neutrality in 2021 marked a significant milestone, with an 83% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to 2006 levels. This transformation stems from strategic investments in environmentally friendly refrigeration systems and a comprehensive shift to renewable energy sources.

Smart Solutions for Food Security

Through innovative approaches to food waste management, Rimi Baltic demonstrates how technology and social responsibility can work in tandem. Their AI-driven markdown solutions have contributed to a 13% reduction in food waste, while partnerships with food banks have enabled the distribution of over 3,000 tons of food to communities in need.

Packaging with Purpose

The company's commitment to sustainable packaging has resulted in tangible progress: eliminating 300 tons of plastic annually and achieving 51% recyclability in private label packaging. Their structured approach toward reaching 100% recyclable private label packaging by 2025 sets clear benchmarks for the industry.

Community-Centered Growth

Rimi Baltic's approach extends beyond environmental metrics to embrace community wellbeing. By increasing their selection of local products and engaging customers in sustainability initiatives, they're fostering a more resilient regional food system.

Why Partnership Matters

As a founding partner of the Baltic Sustainability Awards, Rimi Baltic brings practical insight into scaling sustainable practices across three markets. Their experience, recognized at COP26, offers valuable lessons in balancing commercial success with environmental stewardship.

Their participation strengthens our mission to highlight excellence in sustainable business practices across the Baltic region. Through this partnership, we enhance our ability to identify, celebrate, and promote innovative solutions that drive meaningful change in our markets.

Together, we're building a platform that not only recognizes achievement but also facilitates knowledge sharing and collaboration across sectors. This partnership exemplifies our commitment to supporting initiatives that create lasting positive impact throughout Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.