The Portuguese have no doubts. Faced with the global climate crisis, they are increasingly willing to do more responsible daily shopping. The issue of sustainability is increasingly on the agenda: recent studies show that 94% of Europeans are committed to protecting the environment, and 52% pay attention to this issue when buying food.
However, the issue of price worries more than ever. With the rising inflation that is affecting the country, the numbers suggest that for more than half of families, buying is a priority cheapest productsgiving preference to private labels, but maintaining product quality.
Now Lidl is investing strongly in these two areas: it is betting on selling quality products at the best price and at the same time committed promote environmental and social protection. This is proof that yes, it is possible to be more responsible when shopping.
What will you find in Lidl supermarkets?
For the German supermarket chain, sustainability is part of its DNA. That’s why, concern for sustainability starts right at the first stage of the value chainby purchasing products with environmental and social certifications that contribute to an agri-food chain that consumes natural resources more responsibly and cares about their conservation.
Lidl currently has over 700 certified private label products constantly on the shelves, which, in addition to the ratio of price and quality, makes their products highly valued by customers.
Charging your car while shopping
Along with the, Lidl stores use only green electricityfrom 100% renewable sources and, if possible, have solar panels and electric charging stations for cars.
Currently, Lidl already has 173 stores with electric charging stations from the north to the south of the country, strategically located and present in all regional capitals.
Multi-standard and quick chargers allow Charge battery from 10% to 80% in just 30 minuteswhich allow you to refuel during a normal shopping trip.
In addition, the charging station operator rate (OPC) for the electric charger network in Lidl Portugal stores is lower than the market rate and is the same throughout the country – 0.08 euros per minute.
In addition, Lidl assumed and absorbed the EGME tariff imposed on OPC without passing these costs on to the buyer. As such, it combines a commitment to environmental sustainability with saving time and money for customers.
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Fruits and vegetables that are really fun to eat
Fruits and vegetables are indispensable products for a balanced diet. However, there are more and more doubts and concerns about how these products are made. These doubts and fears materialize in practical questions, namely: “has the product been exposed to hazardous chemicals?”, “Are these products really useful?”.
A overuse plant protection products, commonly known as pesticidesmay represent increased health risk farm operators, consumers, and the environment when a wide range of safety requirements are not met.
Lidl has a set requirements that go far beyond what is prescribed by law and which launches the supermarket chain into the daily task of offering absolutely safe fruits and vegetables This is true no chemical residue as much as possible. For this reason, the maximum residue level you allow in your fruit and vegetable products is well below the legal maximum. there are a lot of things Lidl has reduced this limit to 1/3 of the legal maximum..
In addition, with the constant goal of moving closer to waste-free, a supermarket chain has determined that its products cannot contain more than five analytes. The reason is simple: you want your consumers to experience only the healthy, natural chemistry that your products fresh and natural vegetables should appease.
To ensure that these best practices are applied by competent and knowledgeable partners, Lidl works exclusively with certified fruit and vegetable suppliers. within GlobalG.AP and GRASP. These certifications are designed to guarantee that the most stringent safety, hygiene and health conditions for workers are met, as well as labor laws and adequate working conditions for all operators.
In addition to products from traditional agriculture, Lidl offers a wide range of certified fruits and vegetables. Organic Production Modewhich guarantee compliance with the best environmental practices, a high level of biodiversity, the conservation of natural resources and the promotion of animal welfare.
Let there be no shortage of coffee!
Coffee is one of the most loved drinks in the world and is without a doubt an essential item for most Portuguese people who never go without one or more cups of coffee throughout the day.
Made from dried and roasted coffee cherry seeds, the truth is that coffee is so much more than just a beverage. AND lifestyle and livelihood of more than 25 million small farmers which depend on the coffee industry, in more than 50 countries.
choose responsibly produced coffeeon a social and environmental level, is a priority for Lidl, which has ensured that over 70% of its private label coffees are UTZ, Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade and UE Bio certified since 2021.
How is Lidl tea different?
Hot or cold, herbal or fruit tea is the perfect drink for any occasion, so it’s no surprise that second most popular drink in the world. Right after the water.
Given its popularity and demand, it is critical to ensure that small-scale tea growers can protect their crops from climate change and receive fair prices for their work.
Lidl bets on certified raw materials that help these smallholders protect their crops, increase their income and protect the biodiversity of surrounding species.
Lidl is 100% certified for its raw materials for green, black and rooibos teas, and over 80% of its raw materials for teas and herbs have at least one of the following certifications: UTZ, Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance and EU. bio.
Responsible cocoa production
Cocoa is a plant from which one of the most popular and valuable foods in the world is produced: delicious chocolate. After all, who doesn’t appreciate a little chocolate? Few can say no. However, the sweetness of chocolate is often contrasted with the unfavorable working conditions of the producers.
Bearing this reality in mind and ensuring that, in addition to fair wages and living and working conditions, cocoa growers have the tools and knowledge to address the environmental issues that affect their plantations, Lidl supports recognized international organizations in the cultivation of sustainable cocoa and has 100% of its cocoa in certified private label products with certifications such as UTZ, Fairtrade or Rainforest Alliance.
Fish has never tasted so good
Do you already know what you will eat next? Fish is another key staple on the Portuguese table, especially with the arrival of warmer temperatures. Fish and shellfish dishes are the most desirable for a light and healthy meal.
There is a whole world of consumers for whom fish is the main source of protein, which represents an extremely high demand. However, overfishing can lead to the extinction of many species and the destruction of marine ecosystems. For these reasons, Lidl strives to ensure responsible fishing practices for its products with MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) and ASC (Aquaculture Stewardship Council) certifications.
Caution, more eco-friendly clothes!
Lidl is committed to providing sustainable source for your textiles. In this sense, he was the first retailer to take part in Greenpeace Detox Commitmentwhich aims to eliminate the use of harmful chemicals, reduce sewage pollution and reduce pollution.
allocation clothing collections Lupilu Pure Collection This Esmara Pure Collectionwhich use organic cotton certified by GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard).
This certification guarantees the traceability of the cotton used in the harvest, from harvesting – through environmentally and socially responsible production – to labeling, as production and processing processes respect and improve working conditions and protect the environment, soil or resources. for example water.
Lidl also supports the Action Collaboration Transformation (ACT) initiative, in which it signed a declaration of intent committing to guarantee decent wages for workers in textile producing countries and protection of human rights in the value chain.
More mindful eating
It has long been known that what we eat affects the climate, life on land and in the sea. Be sustainable and mindful eating Based on Lidl’s sustainability strategy, the banner aims to offer customers ever healthier and more nutritious products while reducing the environmental footprint of raw material supply chains.
In this sense, Lidl offers a wide range of certified products, enabling customers to make more informed choices. Examples of this are various biological productsthrough agriculture without the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, which contributes to the conservation of natural resources, the development of biodiversity and the application of animal welfare standards.
ABOUT vegetarianism And veganism they are also growing trends and when buying, it is difficult for customers to trust and identify this type of product. So Lidl is betting on Products certified by V-Labelpromoting transparency and helping consumers make purchasing decisions.
Besides, Lidl became the first supermarket in Portugal to cancel the sale of fresh cage-raised eggs.exclusively selling free-range or organic eggs under their own brand.
Committed to caring for the planet, protecting human rights and serving our customers, Lidl is committed to sustainability throughout the value chain..
And, of course, maintaining the principle of offering the highest quality at the best price.
Learn more about the meaning of each certification on this site.
Source: CM Jornal
I’m Dave Martin, and I’m an experienced journalist working in the news industry. As a part of my work, I write for 24 News Reporters, covering mostly sports-related topics. With more than 5 years of experience as a journalist, I have written numerous articles on various topics to provide accurate information to readers.