Commitments should be top priority. Not top secret.
An enthusiasm for growth is at the heart of our business. And we’re proud to wear it on our sleeves. In the spirit of responsible growth, we want to share with you the sustainability initiatives happening today, inside our very own mills and in our communities. Tomorrow’s initiatives might be another story. But that just means we’re making progress.
How we work: Carbon Reduction
Energy Efficiency
We believe in energy conservation and optimization.
What we’re doing about it:
- Doing more with less by repairing air leaks, upgrading to LED and motion activated lighting, and implementing more efficient motors and variable-frequency drives (VFDs) where applicable
- Investing in equipment that optimizes production, creates less waste, reduces material handling, and minimizes Miller Milling’s impact on the environment
- Advancing the automation of equipment, which increases efficiency, safety and optimization
- Investing in on-site renewable energy at our Fresno, California mill
- EV Chargers at each facility
Support renewable energy production
- Miller Milling’s parent company, Nisshin Seifun Group, has set ambitious goals to reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions to reduce overall carbon footprint of the company’s activities
- In support of these goals, Miller Milling is constantly working to improve efficiency of our operations as well as exploring alternative ways to invest in renewable energy generation to further reduce carbon footprint
Fresno Renewable Energy System
- Our Fresno, California mill is home to a 1-megawatt, 4.5-acre solar array
- The array generates approximately 17% of the facility’s overall electricity needs
- The solar system is currently being expanded to double the capacity of the current system; once completed, ~33% of Fresno’s electricity needs will be met with on-site solar
- This location is on track to achieve the US EPA’s Energy Star Challenge for Industry which calls for a 10% increase in energy efficiency over a 5-year period
The future we’re building together: Regenerative Practices
Sustainable Agriculture
We believe in supporting the purposeful and practical implementation of sustainable and regenerative agriculture practices
What we’re doing about it:
- To continue producing our product for generations to come, we must support the ecological systems that provide nourishment to the wheat we purchase and the people who cultivate our wheat
- We define regenerative agriculture as an outcomes-based system of farming principles working to lower carbon footprint, improve soil health, and foster social and economic benefits
- Through building partnerships with our suppliers, we have been able to impact over 27,000 acres of wheat in the US, and we plan to continue to expand these efforts as well as to explore new opportunities for greater impact
- We will continue to learn from and adapt our programs as the industry moves closer to defining “regenerative” considering the context of our specific crop and sourcing regions
Who we are: Supporting People
Community Impact
We believe in giving back to our community.
What we’re doing about it:
- Striving to meet our goal of 1000 hours of community service each year
- Participating in local community volunteer efforts across each of our six locations
- Donating to organizations that give back to the communities where we live and work
- Supporting milling industry education and growth programs, including the International Association of Operative Millers (IAOM) and the International Millers Education Fund (IMEF)
Supporting Employees
We believe in providing our people with opportunities to grow.
What we’re doing about it:
- Offering strong, competitive benefits that start at sign-on
- Upholding trust and transparency in the workplace
- Championing diverse talent and best inclusion practices
- Focusing on growth opportunities by promoting emerging talent from within the organization
- Investing back in employees through forward-thinking occupational training and attendance at industry events
