Koninklijke Vezet SDG-Challenge 2025
Each year, KVZ processes large volumes of fresh fruits and vegetables. Around 19 million kilos are not suitable for human consumption. While we work hard to reduce this number, there will always be unavoidable “cutting residues” – like pepper stems or zucchini tops.
For about 15 million kilos of these residues, we want to make the smartest sustainable choice:
- Should we continue to use them as animal feed for local farmers, or
- Should we switch to anaerobic digestion (biogas production)?
Desired outcome challenge: Map the process steps of both options Compare them based on measurable KPIs (CO₂ impact, costs, revenues, processed kilos, legal frameworks, investments) Provide a clear recommendation: Which option is the most sustainable and future-proof for KVZ?
About Koninklijke Vezet
You might not be familiar with Vezet, but it's very likely that you eat our products every day. It's no surprise since Vezet is the largest vegetable and fruit processing company in Europe. When you work with us, you and your colleagues supply pre-cut vegetables, fruit, and healthy fresh meals to the largest supermarket in the Netherlands. And we're talking about huge quantities and last-minute orders. We handle it!