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		<title>Nourishing Communities: Medbest and Boroume’s 2024 Impact</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 14:51:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>At medbest, our commitment to sustainable development and social responsibility is not just part of our strategy—it is at the heart of who we are. In 2024, we proudly continued our collaboration with Boroume, a leading Greek non-profit organization dedicated to reducing food waste and combating food insecurity across the country. As members of Boroume’s [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>At medbest, our commitment to sustainable development and social responsibility is not just part of our <a href="https://medbest.gr/sustainability-strategy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>strategy</strong></a>—it is at the heart of who we are.</p>
<p><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="alignleft wp-image-9146" src="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/melos_diktyou_boroume_en-267x300.png" alt="Boroume Sustainability social" width="356" height="400" srcset="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/melos_diktyou_boroume_en-267x300.png 267w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/melos_diktyou_boroume_en-768x862.png 768w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/melos_diktyou_boroume_en.png 781w" sizes="(max-width: 356px) 100vw, 356px" /></p>
<p>In 2024, we proudly continued our collaboration with <a href="https://www.boroume.gr/en/boroume/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Boroume</strong></a>, a leading Greek non-profit organization dedicated to reducing food waste and combating food insecurity across the country.</p>
<h5>As members of Boroume’s “<strong>Saving &amp; Offering Food Network</strong>”, we took active steps to support their mission: “<em><strong>No portion of food should be wasted</strong></em>.”</h5>
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<h5>Our collective efforts throughout the year resulted in the donation of food equivalent to <strong>3,176 meal portions</strong>, directly benefiting hundreds of charitable institutions across Greece.</h5>
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<p>This contribution reflects our <span style="color: #635e13;"><strong>ongoing dedication to supporting local communities, not only by offering high-quality food products and services, but by making meaningful, tangible contributions to those who need them most</strong></span>. Working alongside Boroume aligns with our belief in building a more sustainable food system—one that respects people and the planet alike.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-9147 size-medium alignright" src="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/rod-long-89bQBucvJdw-unsplash-removebg-preview-300x201.png" alt="Greek Olives Export, Sustainable, ESG, Social" width="300" height="201" srcset="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/rod-long-89bQBucvJdw-unsplash-removebg-preview-300x201.png 300w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/rod-long-89bQBucvJdw-unsplash-removebg-preview.png 610w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<h5>We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to be part of this impactful initiative and extend our thanks to the <a href="https://www.boroume.gr/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Boroume team</a> for their trust and collaboration. Together, we strive to make a difference—by reducing food waste, fighting hunger, and supporting environmental sustainability.</h5>
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<p>As we move into 2025, we remain committed to strengthening our role in the community through strategic partnerships that align with our values and contribute to a better future for all.</p>
<p>Learn more about Boroume at <a href="https://www.boroume.gr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>www.boroume.gr</strong></a></p>
<p>Learn more about <strong><a href="https://medbest.gr/sustainability/">medbest’s Sustainable Development activity</a></strong>.</p>
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		<title>Medbest Sustainability Strategy: A Commitment to a Greener Future</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>At Medbest, sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s an integral part of who we are. Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, and transparency, we continuously work to reduce our ecological footprint, support communities, and uphold ethical business practices. Our Threefold Approach to Sustainability &#160; 🌍 Reducing Our Ecological Footprint &#8211; We are committed to [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>At Medbest, sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s an integral part of who we are.</h3>
<p>Guided by our <a href="https://medbest.gr/core-values/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>core values</strong></a> of integrity, responsibility, and transparency, we continuously work to reduce our ecological footprint, support communities, and uphold ethical business practices.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://medbest.gr/sustainability-strategy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Our Threefold Approach to Sustainability</strong></a></h3>
<p><a href="https://medbest.gr/sustainability-strategy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-8856 size-full" src="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sustainability_strategic_principles-removebg-preview-e1739799946422.png" alt="medbest sustainability strategic principles" width="563" height="201" srcset="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sustainability_strategic_principles-removebg-preview-e1739799946422.png 563w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sustainability_strategic_principles-removebg-preview-e1739799946422-300x107.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 563px) 100vw, 563px" /></a></p>
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<p><strong><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignleft wp-image-8863" src="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/margot-richard-NJJ7paSBO-c-unsplash-smaller-225x300.jpg" alt="medbest sustainability - ecological footprint" width="233" height="311" srcset="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/margot-richard-NJJ7paSBO-c-unsplash-smaller-225x300.jpg 225w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/margot-richard-NJJ7paSBO-c-unsplash-smaller-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/margot-richard-NJJ7paSBO-c-unsplash-smaller-780x1040.jpg 780w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/margot-richard-NJJ7paSBO-c-unsplash-smaller.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 233px) 100vw, 233px" /><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f30d.png" alt="🌍" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <a href="https://medbest.gr/ecological-footprint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reducing Our Ecological Footprint</a> &#8211; </strong>We are committed to minimizing our environmental impact through sustainable practices and strategic partnerships:</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>Sourcing Responsibly</strong>: We procure most of our ingredients from local farmers who follow responsible farming methods.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>Reducing Emissions</strong>: Since 2023, we have achieved zero Scope 2 GHG emissions by sourcing renewable electricity through Guarantees of Origin, with annual verification via ISO 14064.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>Recycling Initiatives</strong>: Our strategic partners actively collaborate with recycling companies to ensure responsible disposal of carton, plastic, glass, and tins.</p>
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<p><strong><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-8864 alignright" src="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/hannah-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-300x200.jpg" alt="medbest sustainability - social responsibility" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/hannah-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/hannah-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/hannah-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/hannah-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/hannah-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/hannah-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-780x520.jpg 780w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f91d.png" alt="🤝" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <a href="https://medbest.gr/social-responsibility/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Social Responsibility: Giving Back to Our Community</a> &#8211; </strong>Sustainability is about people as much as it is about the planet. Medbest actively supports communities through meaningful initiatives:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.sos-childrensvillages.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>SOS Children’s Villages</strong></a>: Since 2021, we provide targeted assistance to meet the organization&#8217;s evolving needs.</p>
<p><a href="https://greecerace.gr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Race for the Cure</strong></a>: Our team participates annually in Greece’s largest social sports event, advocating for breast cancer awareness and survivor support.</p>
<p><strong>Fighting Food Waste</strong>: Through our partnership with <a href="https://www.boroume.gr/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Boroume (“We Can”)</strong></a>, we donate food to soup kitchens and other organizations supporting those in need.</p>
<p><strong>Employee Well-Being</strong>: Initiatives like Brunch Fridays foster a happy, healthy workplace culture.</p>
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<p><strong><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-8865" src="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash-300x200.jpg" alt="medbest sustainability - ethical governance" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://medbest.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash-780x520.jpg 780w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2696.png" alt="⚖" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <a href="https://medbest.gr/ethical-governance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ethical Governance: Integrity at Our Core</a> &#8211; </strong>Transparent and ethical business practices are the foundation of Medbest. We uphold the highest standards of honesty, accountability, and food safety to ensure our processes meet global regulatory requirements. Key policies include:</p>
<p><strong>Code of Conduct</strong>, <strong>Human Rights &amp; Ethics Policies</strong>, <strong>Anti-Bribery &amp; Corruption Measures</strong>, <strong>Whistleblowing &amp; Harassment Prevention Policies</strong>, including <strong><a href="https://medbest.gr/ethics/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">reporting a misconduct safely and securely</a></strong>.</p>
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<h2>By integrating sustainability into every aspect of our operations, Medbest is dedicated to making a lasting impact—on our industry, our communities, and our planet.</h2>
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<h4><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f449.png" alt="👉" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Learn more about our commitment to sustainability: Visit our <a href="https://medbest.gr/sustainability-strategy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sustainability Strategy</a> &amp; <a href="https://medbest.gr/sustainability/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sustainable Development</a> pages.</h4>
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