Bimbo Bakeries USA completes EPA Energy Star Challenge
Bimbo Bakeries USA, Horsham, PA, recently completed the Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star Challenge for Industry at six of its bakeries, with an average of 17 percent energy reduction per plant in the past year. In addition to these six bakeries, BBU’s remaining plants are participating in the challenge, saving enough energy to power 330,350 households for a year. With a total of 59 facilities, BBU operates more than half of the bakeries currently participating in the Energy Star Challenge.
“BBU is committed to promoting energy efficiency, preventing pollution, protecting the environment and saving money on energy costs,” says Jim Mckeown, director of sustainability for Grupo Bimbo S.A.B de C.V., Mexico City, and BBU, which is owned by Grupo Bimbo. “As a member of the American Baking Association, we saw an opportunity to get involved in a program that can benefit our industry and reduce greenhouse gas.”