Levy UK + I, the sports and hospitality sector of Compass Group UK and Ireland, has appointed business director Kevin Watson as Net Zero lead, a new role created as part of the rollout of its long-term sustainability strategy.
Watson will be responsible for overseeing the food strategy at November’s COP26 at the SEC in Glasgow. He will implement initiatives to help drive forward environmental targets, including Levy UK+I’s plan to become net zero in the UK by 2027, which will require an 80% decarbonisation of the business.
In his role, he will collaborate with venue partners to establish credible baselines and create tailored sustainable event management plans designed to support clients.
Levy UK+I will also launch its Recipe for Change roadmap, a company-wide version of the sustainability plan originally developed for COP26. Outlining its intent, including commitments to using a minimum of 80% seasonal fruit and vegetables and creating plant-forward menus with carbon labelling, Recipe for Change will be used as an information tool for venue partners and the hospitality industry.
Watson (pictured) commented: “I am looking forward to building upon the lessons and successes of the COP26 food strategy, which focused on creating local and seasonal menus to drive low carbon offerings. The next logical step is to ensure that this is emulated across our business and the wider industry.”
