Our Environment

At JBS, we understand that the future of agricultural food systems depends on maintaining and even improving the productivity and quality of our shared natural resources. As one of the world’s leading food companies, we strive to embed environmental sustainability into our operations to lessen our impact on the planet and improve the lives of our people and communities globally. This aspiration extends beyond our facilities to the tens of thousands of farm families who play a vital role in global food production, embedding environmental stewardship as a shared responsibility across our value chain.

Environmental Management Approach

(GRI 2-23)

Our approach to environmental management is guided by our Global Environment and Biodiversity Policy, which sets clear standards for sustainable practices across all regions where we operate. Globally, our facilities comply with applicable laws and regulations and, in most cases, in accordance with internally audited Environmental Management Systems (EMS) based on ISO 14001 standards. In 2024, 42 JBS facilities achieved third-party certification to ISO 14001, underscoring our dedication to continuous improvement and accountability.

To promote consistent oversight and action, JBS monitors environmental performance indicators daily across all operations, with executive leadership conducting periodic reviews. In most locations, regional committees meet regularly to address environmental challenges, fostering collaboration and driving progress in our environmental performance.

Accountability is central to our environmental management framework. Nearly every JBS facility has a dedicated environmental manager or officer responsible for compliance and performance, while corporate environmental teams provide expertise, share best practices, and assist with complex challenges. This structure empowers both environmental and operations teams to take ownership of sustainability goals, creating a culture of responsibility and innovation.

We also prioritize employee education and training to raise awareness about environmental impacts and promote sustainable practices across our global operations. Throughout the year, we provide introductory onboarding sessions, site-specific trainings, and targeted campaigns tailored to regional needs, covering topics such as water and waste management, wastewater treatment optimization, emissions mitigation, and energy use reduction. These initiatives equip our team members with the knowledge and tools needed to drive meaningful environmental improvements and support our broader sustainability goals.

Our Global Code of Conduct for Business Associates serves as a foundational framework for extending accountability to our supply chain, fostering partnerships that prioritize sustainability, ethical practices, and continuous improvement. Along with this global framework, we employ different approaches by region to work with our supply chain partners to meet our global standards and maintain compliance with local laws and regulations.

Awards and Recognitions

• JBS Brazil:In 2024, JBS received the “Gold Seal” from the Brazilian GHG Protocol Program, which represents the highest level of recognition granted to companies that meet all transparency criteria in the publication of their greenhouse gas emissions inventory. The Gold Seal is awarded to greenhouse gas emissions inventories that are complete and verified by a third party.
• Seara: Awarded Seal B from the SELO PARANÁ Award for implementing practices that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
• JBS USA: Received 52 Environmental Recognition Awards and 3 Environmental Achievement Awards from the Meat Institute for excellence in environmental stewardship.
• Pilgrim’s U.S.: Named First Runner-Up at the United States Poultry and Egg Association Clean Water Awards for innovative wastewater treatment and water quality management.
• JBS Australia: JBS Australia’s Swift brand mono-PET Darfresh skin pack received a gold sustainability award at the 2024 WorldStar Packaging Awards.