Our sustainability journey
Our sustainability journey tells our story and the story of our commitment to people and the world we live in, to allow access to food to a growing number of people, fostering inclusion and development of local areas.
Barilla’s Sustainability Compass translates the company’s purpose “The Joy of Food for a Better Life” into a clear strategic direction for the years ahead guiding our way of doing business that connects products, people, climate and value chain – shaping Barilla’s journey toward sustainable growth.
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A collection of the most meaningful initiatives that show how our commitment to sustainability translates into concrete actions and impact.
More than figures, our results motivate us to move boldly forward
"The joy of food, for a better life”. A commitment that takes concrete shape through our Sustainability Compass, divided into 4 pillars and 8 strategic programmes, all fully integrated with our business strategy.
Products
The PRODUCTS pillar reflects our commitment to offering good, safe food every day by improving its nutritional profile, investing in quality and innovation, and exploring packaging solutions that can help reduce waste and emissions.
90
of volumes sold source of fibre
99.9
of packaging is designed for recycling
Source: 2025 Sustainability Report, disclosure SBM-3 (p. 139); S4-5 (p.148,149) | ESRS E5-2 (g. 99) e E5-5 (p. 108).
The information and data contained in the report relate to Barilla Group for the period from 1st January to 31st December 2025, unless otherwise indicated. For information on the methodology, calculation criteria and reporting scope, please refer to the cited sections of the 2025 Sustainability Report,
People
Within the PEOPLE pillar, we are committed to fostering a dynamic, inclusive and safe workplace where diversity is welcomed, well-being is supported, and skills develop alongside social change.
8,823
Barilla people
30
production facilities, 15 in Italy, 15 abroad
Source: 2025 Sustainability Report, disclosure SBM-1 (p. 16); S1-6 (p. 130); S2-9 (p.132); S1-12 (p. 133); S1-13 (p.134).
The information and data contained in the report relate to Barilla Group for the period from 1st January to 31st December 2025, unless otherwise indicated. For information on the methodology, calculation criteria and reporting scope, please refer to the cited sections of the 2025 Sustainability Report,
Value Chain
Within the SUPPLY CHAIN pillar, we work to develop resilient supply chains, ensuring the quality of raw materials and promoting, for strategic raw materials, awareness of agricultural practices that take the environment and people into account, while integrating strategic analyses to anticipate risks and support decision-making.
816
tons of cereals and basil
according to the Barilla Sustainable Farming rules.
Of which
4,160
tons
certified regenerative raw materials sourced.
Source: 2025 Sustainability Report, disclosure SBM-1 (p. 18-19); E1-3 (p. 58); E5-3 (p. 101); E5-4 (p. 104, 107).
The information and data contained in the report relate to Barilla Group for the period from 1st January to 31st December 2025, unless otherwise indicated. For information on the methodology, calculation criteria and reporting scope, please refer to the cited sections of the 2025 Sustainability Report,
Climate
Within the CLIMATE pillar, we address climate change as one of the most urgent challenges by promoting a model that integrates adaptation and mitigation, seeking to reduce impacts and emissions across the value chain through choices informed by scientific evidence.
-4.8
CO₂ emissions
compared to 2022 in line with SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative).
196
of water recycled and reused
in water-stressed areas compared to 2022.
Source: 2025 Sustainability Report, disclosure E5-5 (p. 109) e ESRS 2 GOV-3 E1 (p. 47) | E3-3 (p. 86).
The information and data contained in the report relate to Barilla Group for the period from 1st January to 31st December 2025, unless otherwise indicated. For information on the methodology, calculation criteria and reporting scope, please refer to the cited sections of the 2025 Sustainability Report,
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Our way of doing business
Since 1877, we have been committed to offering quality food while respecting people and the environment, enriching and evolving this approach in relation to new knowledge that links the taste and goodness of our products to the way they are designed and manufactured, integrating what has long been defined as sustainability into our way of doing business.
Products
People
Value Chain
Climate
BRANDS
Our brands come with an extra helping of goodness
We bring people together around the joy of good food. The quality and goodness of our products are the point of arrival, the result of a journey along the entire production chain, from the procurement of raw materials to final distribution.