To reduce our carbon footprint and support underserved communities , we are offsetting our carbon emissions from KeHE business flights . Each offset balances the effect of one metric ton of carbon dioxide . At the same time , our offsets are helping improve the quality of life for communities in Uganda .
Offsets to Help Others
We partnered with 3 Degrees , a fellow B Corp , to purchase offsets that will support The BioLite Improved Stove Program in Uganda . Not only do the stoves use less wood , but they also improve the air quality in the region and enrich the health of the families in the community . This year KeHE will support 250 Ugandan families through the program .
We are dedicated to being responsible stewards of the environment to make life better now , and to create a sustainable future for generations to come . To that end , we have created the KeHE Sustainability Council and we are implementing a comprehensive plan to reduce emissions and solid waste .
KeHE ’ s Northern California facility will reduce its annual carbon dioxide emissions by 431 metric tons compared to its current grid alternative . The fuel cells will help reduce smog-forming pollution and particulate matter by over 99 percent .
500 locations converted
Less Paper Used , More Trees Saved
Through our ePickup program , we eliminated printing pickup documents for our drivers . This is an extension of our eBOL project where we eliminated printing bill of ladings .