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JBS: Water Withdrawal in 2021

Industry: Meat
Current: ESG

JBS withdrew 177 million cubic meters of water in 2021, an increase of 3.6% over 2020
In 2021, the total water generated and discharged by JBS was 150 million cubic meters
JBS aims to reduce water use by 15% on an absolute basis by 2030, as compared to 2017

Water Withdrawn by JBS

Water is one of the critical factors of ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance). Fresh and clean water is increasingly endangered despite being considered a plentiful renewable resource mainly due to population growth and economic activity leading to an increase in water demands and pollution.

According to United Nations, if current consumption and production patterns do not change, there will be a 40% shortfall in water supply by 2030. Companies are expected to face increased scrutiny such as limits on water withdrawal and tight regulations over their water use as global water resources face increased stress.

Groundwater is withdrawn by industries such as manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, energy and utilities, and construction. Apparel and food & beverage industries are highly dependent on groundwater through supply chains. According to Aqua stat, 19% of global freshwater withdrawals come from industry and energy.

In terms of water withdrawal, the beverage and bottled mineral water sectors need to be careful because groundwater is a raw material for them. Globally, food and beverage companies face disputes with local communities over the amount of groundwater that can be withdrawn without depleting local resources.

JBS SA (JBS) is a food processing company that processes beef, pork, poultry and lamb, chicken, and other convenience food products. The company also sells hides, leather, collagen, metal packaging and biodiesel, hygiene, and cleaning products and provides solid waste management and transportation solutions.

In 2021, JBS withdrew 177 million cubic meters of water, an increase of 3.6% over the year 2020. In 2021, the total water generated and discharged by JBS was 150 million cubic meters. The JBS company reused 2.2 million cubic meters of water in 2021.

JBS aims to reduce water use by 15% on an absolute basis by 2030, as compared to 2017.

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