'Businesses can't do this on their own': Government urged to make emissions reporting mandatory for food sector

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New research reveals how supermarkets are falling short of voluntary climate commitments

The government has today been urged to make emissions reporting mandatory for the food businesses as part of its upcoming Food Strategy, in order to create a level playing field for supermarkets and support...

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