WASHINGTON, DC — The American Bakers Association (ABA) shared that 36 of the 103 plants recognized with the 2023 US EPA ENERGY STAR certification are baking member facilities.
“The commercial baking industry’s continued commitment to the ENERGY STAR program underscores the significant role our members, and the industry at large, play in leading the way toward a more sustainable future,” said Eric Dell, president and CEO of ABA.
The EPA recognized US manufacturing plants for their respective sectors’ top 25% energy efficiency in 2023. Facilities earned the certification by scoring at least 75 out of 100 on the EPA’s energy performance indicators, distinguishing them as more energy-efficient than 75% of similar facilities across the country. These energy efficiency efforts prevented more than 8 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions.
“ABA continues to work closely with the EPA to promote best practices and recognize the baking industry’s achievements in environmental stewardship,” said Rasma Zvaners, VP of government relations for ABA.
Manufacturing facilities that have earned this certification have implemented energy efficiency projects, such as Bimbo Bakeries USA’s installation of advanced controls and high-efficiency burners in ovens, oxidizers, and boilers and expanded investments in metering systems for real-time monitoring and control of energy usage.
“President Biden’s Investing in America agenda is breathing new life into energy efficient domestic manufacturing, and industry partners like those recognized today are leading the way,” said Michael S. Regan, EPA administrator. “These ENERGY STAR certified plants demonstrate that cutting the embodied carbon of our industrial products through energy efficiency doesn’t just make environmental sense, it makes economic sense.”
