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May 2026
Dow Jones sustainability assessment: Kesko ranks among the top companies in its industry globally
Kesko has been included in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World and Dow Jones Best-in-Class Europe sustainability indices (DJ BIC). Kesko is among the five companies in its industry to be included in the Best-in-Class World index, and among the two to be included in the Best-in-Class Europe index.
Sustainability, Investor, Media05.05.2026 09:46
April 2026
29.04.2026 08:00
Food waste reduced by one million kilograms – K-food stores’ order volumes managed through forecasting
The product selection available on the shelves of K-food stores at any given time is no coincidence. Accurate demand-based forecasting is used to plan the selection and orders – this is the K-food stores’ most important tool for minimising food waste. During 2025, K Group succeeded in reducing food waste by approximately one million kilograms.
Sustainability, Media23.04.2026 12:03
Reusable containers for takeaway food – unique trial under way in the Helsinki region
During the spring, Kesko, S Group and nine other companies are jointly testing reusable takeaway containers with a deposit and related return system. During the pilot, customers at four stores can choose a reusable container for takeaway food instead of a single-use one. The Kiertis pilot is linked to the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), and one of the aims of this is to promote the reuse of packaging.
Media07.04.2026 15:45
March 2026
Heart Symbol products were chosen more frequently in 2025 – K Group expands its selection of Heart Symbol products
Sales of Heart Symbol products in K-food stores grew by around 5 per cent in 2025. The K Group’s own-brand ranges – Pirkka, Pirkka Parhaat and K-Menu – will soon offer 250 Heart Symbol products across different product groups. The Heart Symbol is one of the ways retailers can help customers make choices that support their wellbeing.
Sustainability, Media27.03.2026 12:58
Europe’s 50 most sustainable companies listed, Kesko again ranks highest among ‘Grocery Stores’
Kesko ranks as the most sustainable company in the European ‘Grocery Stores’ peer group in the new ‘Europe 50 Most Sustainable Corporations’ listing. Kesko ranks the highest of Finnish companies on the list, which also include Kone and Nokia.
Sustainability, Media25.03.2026 12:18
Pirkka Parhaat small producer project is seeking new Finnish products again
The Pirkka Parhaat small producer development project, now being organised for the second time, once again opens the door for Finnish small producers to K-stores and into consumers’ hearts. Applications for the new programme are now being accepted.
Sustainability, Media23.03.2026 07:54
03.03.2026 10:05
February 2026
27.02.2026 09:00