Climate Regulations in Food & Beverage

Written By Sushma Shankar

Which Sustainability Acronyms Apply to You? Let’s Break it Down

Introduction

As climate regulations tighten across the UK and EU, and enter an era of uncertainty in the US, sustainability and sourcing professionals in the food and beverage industry face new legal obligations — and new opportunities to lead.

Here’s a quick breakdown of the key climate regulations now in force, how they affect your operations, and how technology like Earth Observation and remote sensing can help you stay ahead.

Key Regulations: What’s Enforced Now?

🇪🇺 Europe

  • Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) – Mandatory ESG disclosures (Scope 1–3); in force from 2024.

  • EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) – Proof of no deforestation for soy, cocoa, coffee & other imports; enforced by 2025.

  • Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) – Binding emissions and environmental performance standards.

  • Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) – Due diligence across supply chains (pending).

🇺🇸 United States

  • California SB 253 & 261 – Climate disclosures required for large companies from 2026.

  • SEC Climate Rule – Expected to be finalised in 2025.

  • Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) – Ongoing pesticide limits for food safety.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

  • Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) – Carbon and energy reporting for large UK businesses.

  • Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) – Energy audits every 4 years.

  • Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Waste Regulations (2025) – Mandatory waste separation and full lifecycle packaging accountability.Deep Planet’s Solution

Linking Regulation to Daily Operations

Understanding how regulations impact different areas of your business is key to practical compliance. Here's a quick guide:

Figure 1. - An overview of regulations by operational activity globally.

How Technology Can Help

Earth Observation & Remote Sensing are increasingly valuable tools for compliance and performance:

  • 📍 Track origin of raw materials (farm-level geolocation)

  • 🛰 Detect deforestation and land-use change

  • 📊 Monitor emissions from farms and facilities

  • 🌾 Assess crop & soil health to reduce environmental impact

  • ⚠️ Model climate risks (drought, flood, wildfire) for resilient sourcing

Have Any Questions?

  • If you have any questions or want to explore how these tools can be applied in your operations, reach out to our team!

  • we'd be happy to share best practices tailored to your supply chain or region. 

     

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