Environmental innovation
Taking care of our environment
As a food and agricultural company, Cargill’s goal is to nourish people. Human food and animal feeds depend on clean water, soil, air and light. As the world’s population continues to grow, so too do the demands on the environment. A sustainable future requires investing in environmental innovation today.
At Cargill, we are aware that our global reach creates high expectations for leadership in resource stewardship. We look to innovation as a way to preserve and protect the environment, whether by using energy and resources more wisely (which also helps reduce energy costs), pioneering profitable business and product lines that make use of renewable raw materials or helping customers shrink their environmental footprints.
Explore these pages to understand how Cargill is working to improve its environmental footprint and that of its customers.
- Using energy and resources more wisely
- Goals and actions
- International certifications
- Pioneering new businesses
- Helping others shrink their footprints
- Environmental partners & programs
- Environmental awards

