OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

Let’s do good for the planet, one box at a time.

TURNING COMMITMENT INTO ACTION

Here at Green Chef, we take pride in being a meal kit brand that prioritizes sustainability across every stage of production. Our efforts go beyond a delicious home-cooked meal for you—every act is in service of our commitment to minimize environmental impact and maximize social impact for a collective greater good.

100% RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY

We source 100% renewable electricity for our production sites and offices.

REDUCING OUR IMPACT

We offset 100% of our delivery emissions and 100% of the plastic in each box.

PARTNER FOR A BETTER FUTURE

We’ve proudly partnered with the Plastic Bank community for 5 years and have extracted over 5.75M pounds of ocean-bound plastic, with an impact on over 400 communities.

100% RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY

We source 100% renewable electricity for our production sites and offices.

REDUCING OUR IMPACT

We offset 100% of our delivery emissions and 100% of the plastic in each box.

PARTNER FOR A BETTER FUTURE

We’ve proudly partnered with the Plastic Bank community for 5 years and have extracted over 5.75M pounds of ocean-bound plastic, with an impact on over 400 communities.

CHOOSING ORGANIC INGREDIENTS

We are the first CCOF-certified organic meal kit company, featuring organic ingredients like cage-free eggs, and organic fresh produce in every box.

LOWER CARBON FOOTPRINT

On average, our carbon footprint is 31% lower than supermarket/grocery meals for the same portion size, according to HelloFresh Life Cycle Assessment 2021.

REDUCED FOOD WASTE

Choosing Green Chef meal kits makes a difference. Meal kits can reduce food waste by up to 45% compared to grocery shopping.

CHOOSING ORGANIC INGREDIENTS

We are the first CCOF-certified organic meal kit company, featuring organic ingredients like cage-free eggs, and organic fresh produce in every box.

LOWER CARBON FOOTPRINT

On average, our carbon footprint is 31% lower than supermarket/grocery meals for the same portion size, according to HelloFresh Life Cycle Assessment 2021.

REDUCED FOOD WASTE

Choosing Green Chef meal kits makes a difference. Meal kits can reduce food waste by up to 45% compared to grocery shopping.

FIGHTING FOOD INSECURITY

Since 2019, we've donated over 4.5 million pounds of food (4 million meals) to organizations serving food insecure communities. We also partner with local food banks to host monthly Community Fresh Markets, providing fresh ingredients for mobile pantries near our distribution centers.

FIGHTING FOOD INSECURITY

Since 2019, we've donated over 4.5 million pounds of food (4 million meals) to organizations serving food insecure communities. We also partner with local food banks to host monthly Community Fresh Markets, providing fresh ingredients for mobile pantries near our distribution centers.

OUR SUSTAINABILITY PARTNERS

Green Chef has partnered with leading sustainability organizations and vendors to ensure that we are meeting the highest standards in sustainable meal kit production.

RECYCLING AND PACKAGING

HOW TO RECYCLE ICE PACKS

Follow the directions provided on your ice pack. Otherwise, cut open the pack, empty the gel into the trash, then rinse and recycle or discard the plastic film via in-store drop-off.

RECYCLING AND PACKAGING

HOW TO RECYCLE PLASTIC

If your plastic packaging has the numbers 2 or 4 on it, it’s recyclable via drop-off programs. If not, you can discard it in your regular trash bin. For more information on a drop-off recycling program near you, check out earth911.org.

RECYCLING AND PACKAGING

HOW TO RECYCLE INSULATION

Depending on the season, your box may include different insulators to keep ingredients fresh. Our corrugated liners, honeycombed paperboard, and ClimaCell plant-based insulation foam are curbside recyclable in most regions of the US.

Recycling and packaging

HOW TO RECYCLE BOXES AND SEPARATORS

Our boxes contain at a minimum 30% recycled content. Fold and place with your curbside recyclables.

Recycling and packaging

HOW TO RECYCLE MEAL KIT BAGS

The paper bags for your meal kits are fully recyclable and compostable. You can discard the sticky-backed label in your regular trash bin.

Recycling and packaging

HOW TO RECYCLE PAPER EGG CARTONS

Our egg cartons are made from molded fiber (pulp), so they’re fully recyclable and compostable. Or get creative—repurpose for seed-starting plots or as protective packing material!

WHY IS MY PRODUCE WRAPPED IN PLASTIC?

Some produce like zucchini and cucumbers need extra protection from bruising and damage in transit, so they may arrive wrapped in plastic. Just 1.5 grams of plastic can extend a zucchini or cucumber's shelf life between 3 and 15 days!

On occasion our carrots may also come in plastic to retain moisture and to ensure your carrots are crisp and ready for chopping. While it may seem unintuitive, this can actually reduce food waste, resulting in lower carbon emissions from the diverted waste.

Frequently Asked Questions

As the most sustainable meal kit brand, we’re committed to giving back more than we take. Join us in our efforts to do good for the planet, one box at a time!