Food firms say lack of capital is a barrier to green actions

Origin Green members say lack of capital, time and focus are key barriers to environmental projects

Deirdre Ryan, director of sustainability and quality assurance at Bord Bia.

Irish food sector companies are keen to reduce their carbon footprint, but many now also report that their choices are being impacted by cost considerations.

A new engagement report by Bord Bia has found that 59% of companies report cost to be the most common barrier in undertaking emission reduction projects.