Our Sustainability Commitment
Practical sustainability, built into everything we do.
No box ticking.
No greenwashing.
Just real sustainability in action.
Zero Waste Operation
We operate from a zero-landfill site, with food waste converted into energy and cardboard, plastic, metal and electrical waste responsibly recycled. Our staff are trained in recycling.
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Powered by Solar
Renewable energy already plays a part in market operations, and on-site solar installation is now underway with the long-term aim of covering all roofs at New Spitalfields Market.
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Lower Emission Deliveries
We are reducing delivery impact through a modern refrigerated fleet, more efficient routing and continued investment in greener ways of operating.
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Food Rescue & Redistribution
Our surplus produce is redirected to food charities which will now include The Felix Project who have just moved into New Spitalfields Market.
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Electric Forklifts
All forklift trucks and stackers have been replaced with electric models, reducing carbon footprint across all warehouse operations.
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Energy Efficient LED Lighting
All lighting in both our warehouses and offices has been converted to energy-efficient LED lighting, significantly reducing our energy consumption.
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Electric & Hybrid Vehicles
All our company-owned cars are either fully electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, contributing to lower emissions across the business.
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Sustainable Suppliers
We actively partner with local suppliers and producers who focus on sustainable practices, many of whom are accredited by LEAF Marque or Red Tractor.
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Renewable Energy Expansion
Renewable energy is already part of the wider New Spitalfields story. A large-scale Dorset solar farm now supplies electricity to the City of London Corporation, which powers New Spitalfields Market.
Because Wellington Fresh purchases electricity directly from the market, this renewable energy helps power our own warehouses, supporting day-to-day operations with cleaner energy at source.
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Reusable Crates That Cut Waste
Our crate scheme is a practical example of how sustainability works best when it fits real-life operations. Instead of relying on large volumes of single-use cardboard, we use reusable crates that stay in circulation again and again.
This system helps reduce packaging waste and significantly lowers the carbon impact of deliveries, while still giving customers a practical and reliable way to receive produce every day.
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Read more about the principles, commitments and practical steps that guide our approach to sustainability across sourcing, operations and delivery.
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