Sustainability
Our commitment to the “Good Stuff” goes beyond the cone. It’s about sustaining our communities and nurturing the environment, ensuring each scoop reflects doing good in every way.
About Sustainability at Perry’s Ice Cream
An integrated sustainability culture requires consideration of People, Planet and Performance. Our annual Good Stuff Report breaks down our sustainability initiatives into 4 categories: Culture & Partnerships, Environment, Growth, and Process & System Improvements.
Check out some of the highlights from our 2023 Good Stuff Report below, or download the full report.
Sustainability Initiative #1: Culture & Partnerships
Long Term Goal: To be known as an employer of choice and responsible corporate citizen
$1.4 million in corporate donations since 2010
Over 7,600 donations in 3 years
16 leaders certified in mental health first aid
Sustainability Initiative #2: Environment
Long Term Goal: To be recognized as a “zero landfill” operation and maximize the value of our resources
through improved efficiencies, productivity and utilization of technology
Powering our facility with
160 tons less CO2 released in 2023
Sustainability Initiative #3: Growth
Long Term Goal: To manage growth and maintain profitability for reinvestment
A record breaking 11.7 million gallons of ice cream manufactured in 2023
23rd largest ice cream brand in the US and #1 brand in the Buffalo Mid-Atlantic region*
*2023 Nielsen, Total US Market, YE 2023; Nielsen, Buffalo Mid-Atlantic Market, YE 2023
Perry’s products available at 3 NEW Ohio chains
Sustainability Initiative #4: Process & System Improvements
Long Term Goal: To continuously improve our processes to eliminate waste and increase operational effectiveness
Added NEW super premium ice cream bar capability, where indulgence meets innovation
Implemented paperless training documents, quizzes and forms
5,000 sheets of paper saved annually by converting to electronic trip sheets & mileage forms