SUSTAINABILITY


At G R Wright & Sons, we are committed to reducing our impact on the environment.

As a responsible corporate entity, we recognize our business's influence on the environment. By continuously seeking innovative solutions, we aim to minimize our ecological footprint and promote a harmonious coexistence with nature.

Through thoughtful initiatives and responsible actions, we strive to make a positive difference in the world around us

Here are some of the things we are doing

  • Annual measurement of our Carbon Footprint

  • Strategic goal: Net Zero by 2050 in line with government targets

  • £47 million investment in our new state-of-the-art energy-efficient flour mill and packing facility in Harlow, Essex

  • Regular fleet investments for the latest Euro 6 Step E Engines and beyond

  • Minimizing waste through prevention, reuse, recycling, and recovery

  •  Careful monitoring of energy usage, identifying investment opportunities for savings and minimising environmental impact

  • Thoughtful sourcing of wheat to reduce food miles

  • Increasing use of wheat from farms employing regenerative farming methods.


HOW FLOUR IS MADE

From wheat intake to the finished product read more on how we make the country’s finest flours.

 
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OUR HISTORY

Don’t just take it from us, for the low down on our incredible 150-year history as a family business read this extract from local historian Jim Lewis’ wonderful book The Lea Valley: Britain’s Best Kept Secret.

 
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WHO’S WHO

Learn more about some of the people behind Wright’s success.

“Being a family run business, there is a real sense of community here which makes it a great place to work”

— Rob King, Bulk Delivery Driver