Ülker published its 2022 Sustainability Report. Stating that it meets approximately 43 percent of its electrical energy consumption from renewable sources, Ülker also announced that it has launched a carbon management program covering the entire value chain, from sustainable raw material procurement to packaging management, logistics management and waste recycling. The company reported that it continues its efforts to become a ’net zero company by 2050“ by controlling greenhouse gas emissions in all areas.
Ülker, one of Turkey's leading food companies, published its Sustainability Report, which covers its economic, social and environmental activities, for the 8th time.
Drought in the Lake Tefe region in the northern Amazon jungle has led to a disaster in which at least 140 river dolphins have died. Dead dolphins washed ashore or drifting on the waters reveal the devastating impact of extreme weather events on wildlife.
Authorities say they are experiencing the most severe drought in 13 years and are worried that the death toll of river dolphins will rise.
The Brazilian government has launched an emergency operation to investigate dolphin deaths and rescue endangered animals. Brazil's Environment Ministry said there were signs that historic drought and high temperatures were leading to the death of fish and mammals living in rivers.
“Important projects are supported”
Pointing out that importance is attached to projects for sustainable raw material supply, Buyurgan shared the following information
“In order to investigate the impact of climate change on water resources and to develop efficient irrigation systems in agriculture, we are the main sponsor of the project organized by Ankara University Water Management Institute and BCSD Turkey. In the first phase of the Water Risks Project, the drip irrigation method was used in wheat production, resulting in an average water saving of and an increase in crop yield by . The second phase of the project was initiated. We are using Aliağa Biscuit Wheat, which we introduced to Turkey, in our products for the first time as of October 2022. In addition, Bahri Dağdaş International Agricultural Research Institute continues to work on the Biscuit Wheat Development Program to obtain new biscuit wheat varieties.”