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Miena's - Gold Member Case Study

Miena’s, founded in 2010 in Co. Wicklow, handcrafts premium Irish nougat in small batches using locally sourced ingredients. Inspired by nature and tradition, the company blends innovation with sustainability to create unique, soft nougat enjoyed in Ireland and exported worldwide.

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Sustainability Achievements

In 2024, Miena’s reduced plastic film usage to 0.0026 km/kg and maintained 100% FSC-certified cardboard, surpassing its packaging milestone target by 3.7%.

  • Targets Reported: Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Certification, Packaging, Waste, and Community Engagement.
  • Exemplary Targets: Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Certification, Packaging, and Waste.
  • Awarded Gold Membership: 2020, 2023, 2024, 2025
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In 2024, Miena’s reported a reduction in plastic film usage per kilogram of product output, decreasing from 0.0028 km/kg in 2023 to 0.0026 km/kg. This performance exceeded the company’s milestone target of 0.0027 km/kg, representing a 10% improvement and reflecting continued efforts to reduce packaging-related environmental impact.

All four of the company’s planned packaging initiatives remain in progress, including the installation of a new flow wrapper on site. This equipment is expected to further optimise packaging efficiency and reduce material usage once fully operational.

Miena’s also maintained its use of 100% FSC-certified cardboard for outer boxes on all outgoing products, consistent with its 2023 performance and in line with its milestone target. This commitment supports responsible sourcing and enhances the recyclability of secondary packaging.

 

 

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