2.1.1.5 Responsible sourcing commitment
Sodexo recognized that the choices we make in our supply chains are among the most powerful levers to deliver on our social and environmental commitments. Every buying decision, from the standards we set to the partners we select, extends our impact far beyond our own operations, shaping the lives of individuals, the resilience of communities, and the health of ecosystems worldwide.
Over the last decade, Sodexo has built a solid foundation for responsible sourcing and took bold commitments on several topics:
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| SUPPLIER ENGAGEMENT | SUPPLIER ENGAGEMENT 2025 Commitments 100% of contracted spend is covered by Sodexo Supplier Code of Conduct |
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2 billion euros spend with SMEs |
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| DEFORESTATION FREE SUPPLY CHAIN | DEFORESTATION FREE SUPPLY CHAIN 2025 Commitments 100% physical certified sustainable palm oil |
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100% certified sustainable palm oil |
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100% sustainable office paper |
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100% sustainable hygiene paper |
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| SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS | SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS 2025 Commitments 100% sustainable fish & seafood |
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Continuous improvement on certified or responsibly sourced coffee |
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| ANIMAL WELFARE | ANIMAL WELFARE 2025 Commitments 100% cage-free shell eggs |
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100% cage-free liquid eggs |
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Achieved (2025 results)
Close to target (2025 results)
Partially achieved (2025 results)
Our Supplier Code of Conduct, first published in 2008 and regularly revised, now forms an integral part of all new supplier contracts. It requires adherence to strict standards on human rights, environmental protection, and ethical business conduct, with an expectation to cascade these commitments throughout the supply chain.
Recognizing that animal welfare is a critical element of a sustainable food system, Sodexo has developed and implemented a dedicated Animal Welfare Strategy to fulfill its commitment to sourcing responsibly reared products. By 2025, we achieved 87.4% cage-free liquid eggs and 37.3% cage-free shell eggs, reflecting both solid progress and the ongoing challenges of global supply variations.
We have also consistently advanced our efforts to promote the responsible sourcing of natural-origin materials, shaping a supply chain that upholds respect for people and nature alike. Since 2010, our partnership with WWF has supported the transition toward deforestation-free and more sustainable supply chains. Together, we have acted on critical areas such as palm oil, paper, and seafood, which are categories with significant environmental footprints.
While not all ambitious targets were fully met, Sodexo’s Better Tomorrow 2025 journey has delivered substantial progress across all key sourcing categories, transforming the way we source, partner, and innovate. It has also created a robust foundation for the next phase of our sustainability ambition.
Sodexo also plays a leading role in shaping sectoral progress. We are a co-founder of the Global Coalition for Animal Welfare (GCAW) and a founding member of the Global Sustainable Seafood Initiative (GSSI), both of which promote transparency, benchmarking, and continuous improvement across global supply chains.
By remaining committed to progress and innovation, Sodexo ensures that every link in its supply chain, from farm to fork, strengthens the foundation for a more sustainable future for people and the planet.