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Edible Garden Continues to Lead Sustainable Agriculture with Strong 2024 Results in Walmart’s Project Gigaton
Advanced Technologies and Strategic Partnerships Accelerate Sustainable Agriculture Efforts Zero-Waste Inspired® Mission Continues to Drive Innovation in
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[{"type":"text","content":"Advanced Technologies and Strategic Partnerships Accelerate Sustainable Agriculture Efforts Zero-Waste Inspired® Mission Continues to Drive Innovation in Controlled Environment Agriculture BELVIDERE, NJ, Jan. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic, and sustainable produce and products, today shared the latest advancements in its sustainability efforts, highlighting its ongoing role in Walmart’s Project Gigaton—an ambitious initiative aimed at cutting 1 billion metric tons of emissions from the global supply chain by 2030. Edible Garden’s 2024 Project Gigaton impact has included: 28,870 gallon reduction in diesel fuel demand 11,803 metric tons of virgin plastic materials avoided 687 barrels of oil conserved103 tons of food waste avoided through donation34 metric tons of mixed recyclables recycled Edible Garden’s 2024 Project Gigaton Impact Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “We are honored to be part of Project Gigaton, a transformative initiative dedicated to cutting one billion metric tons of emissions from the global supply chain by 2030. Our unwavering commitment to sustainability in the Controlled Environment Agriculture sector has not only driven measurable impact but also earned us the distinction of ‘Giga Guru’—a recognition we take immense pride in. We remain steadfast in our mission to innovate and lead the industry toward a more sustainable future.” \"Edible Garden’s strong momentum from 2023 has continued into 2024, with measurable improvements across nearly every category assessed. Our commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency has yielded significant progress, further strengthening our impact in reducing emissions and optimizing resource use. Through our Zero-Waste Inspired® mission, we remain focused on benefiting both our retail partners and their customers by minimizing waste and enhancing supply chain productivity. Leveraging innovative solutions like our patented Greenthumb™ technology, we continue to drive meaningful environmental change. Being part of Walmart’s Project Gigaton aligns perfectly with our sustainability vision, and we are proud to contribute to such an impactful initiative.\" \"At Edible Garden, we rema...