We're committed to baking bread in a way that's better for the planet.

We know that meaningful change comes from the small decisions we make every day, which is why we're continually finding new ways to reduce our environmental impact. From the energy that powers our bakery and the fuel used by our delivery fleet, to responsible water management and supporting biodiversity, sustainability is at the heart of how we work. Every step may seem small, but together they make a real difference and we're proud to be doing our part.

We are long-standing members of Origin Green. To attain this prestigious certification, we have demonstrated exceptional performance across various sustainability criteria, including raw material sourcing, water and energy efficiency, waste reduction, packaging, and social sustainability.

We're continually improving our packaging to reduce waste and increase recyclability. Our Family Pan wrapper is made from FSC®-certified paper, supporting responsibly managed forests. Our plastic packaging is made from 100% recyclable low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and can be recycled in your household recycling bin where accepted. Our Bloomers and Super Bread packaging contains 30% post-industrial recycled (PIR) content, with plans to expand the use of recycled material across more of our range.

We’re proud to power our bakery with renewable electricity in conjunction with Lahanaght Hill Wind Farm, Co. Cork — helping to reduce our carbon footprint and support a cleaner energy future.

To further improve energy efficiency, we’ve upgraded to LED lighting and introduced timers and motion sensors to minimise unnecessary electricity use across our facilities.

Our commitment continues with the installation of solar PV panels on the roof of our new transport hub in Walkinstown, Dublin. Once operational later this year, the hub will run entirely on on-site renewable energy. This investment in solar power is another step toward reducing our environmental impact.

We’ve transitioned our entire fleet of heavy goods vehicles to HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil). HVO is produced from renewable feedstocks, such as vegetable oils, used cooking oils, and other waste and by-products from the food industry. By using HVO, we significantly reduce our transport CO2 emissions with reductions of up to 90%.

Our efforts extend beyond our fleet, as we encourage our wider bread distributors to support their transition to renewable fuels, ensuring a greener journey from our bakery to your local store. We're proud to see the first electric vehicle join our distributor network, marking another step towards reducing emissions and building a more sustainable future.

Committed to a greener Ireland, we actively support sustainability through a range of initiatives. We partner with Stepping Stones Forests and have offered staff volunteer days to plant trees and create biodiverse woodlands nationwide. Our ‘Sliced Can’ (2023/2024) and ‘Batch Brew’ (2025/2026) collaborations with Wicklow Wolf Brewery have already contributed to the planting of over 8,600 native Irish trees, with one tree planted for every 12 cans purchased. The Sliced Can beer was brewed using surplus Brennans Family Pan, while the Batch Brew beer uses surplus Brennans White Batch Loaf in place of some of the malted barley (Learn more about Batch Brew – Wicklow Wolf). We have also been proud supporters of the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan since 2019, contributing to the protection and growth of pollinator-friendly habitats.

We are passionate about turning surplus into positive impact, and our partnership with FoodCloud is a key part of this commitment. By donating surplus bread to FoodCloud, we help support people in need while ensuring that good food is not wasted.

In the first half of 2026, we donated the equivalent of over 17,000 meals, bringing our total donations since partnering with FoodCloud in 2023 to almost 70,000 equivalent meals.

We are committed to responsible sourcing and work with suppliers who share our values around sustainability, ethics, and transparency.

That’s why many of our key suppliers hold recognised certifications that reflect best practices across environmental, social, and quality standards. These include ISO 14001 for environmental management, which helps organisations reduce their environmental footprint. Several of our partners are SEDEX members, committed to ethical business conduct and fair labour practices. We also work with suppliers certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), promoting responsible forestry.

At Brennans, we understand the impact that palm fat cultivation is having on the environment. In acknowledging our role in the responsible sourcing of palm, we joined the Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) in 2019. We use small amounts of palm fat in our breads, which is a key ingredient in the breadmaking process. All of our products are manufactured using certified sustainable palm under the RSPO segregated model (SG), further demonstrating our commitment to the responsible sourcing of palm.

We’re passionate about making a positive difference in the communities around us through a range of initiatives that support people, promote sustainability, and help create lasting impact.

Through our partnership with FoodCloud, we donate surplus bread to help support people in need while reducing food waste.

Our “Dough It Yourself” programme inspires the next generation by showing young people how leftover bread can be transformed into creative and sustainable dishes.

We’re also proud to support our colleagues in making a difference through our “You or your family do it, We support it” initiative, encouraging participation in community and wellbeing activities that matter to them and their families.

Our Cycle to Work Scheme promotes healthier and more sustainable commuting choices.

Our annual charity partnerships allow us to support organisations including Women’s Aid, Mental Health Ireland, the Irish Cancer Society, Alzheimer’s Ireland, Laura Lynn, Our Lady’s Hospice, Autism Society, Care and Learn Ireland (CALI), and more.

Alongside these initiatives, we continue to support local groups and events through bread donations, including Greenhills Community Centre, St Mark’s School, the Sign Language Association of Ireland, and Little Penny Dinners, helping to bring bread and support to the heart of our communities.