Sodexo Doubles Down on Plant-Forward Menus at 400 US Hospitals

French catering giant Sodexo is expanding its partnership with Greener by Default to introduce plant-forward menus at 400 hospitals in the US. This move is aimed at promoting healthier eating habits, saving costs, and reducing the environmental impact of the food served in hospitals. By prioritizing plant-based options over animal products, Sodexo is following the success of their 'plant-based by default' scheme implemented at NYC Health + Hospitals, which has been well-received by patients.

The plant-based menu expansion at hospitals includes making vegan meals the default option for one meal per day at 131 hospitals, with plans to extend this to an additional 200 hospitals by the end of this year and reaching a total of 400 hospitals by 2026. This initiative not only contributes to lowering food emissions but also results in cost savings, with vegan dishes being cheaper on average than meat-based options. Sodexo's collaboration with Greener by Default and other organizations underscores its commitment to promoting sustainable, nutritious, and delicious plant-based meals while working towards achieving climate targets.