Priorities
Assuming responsibility
More for sustainability
Sustainability is part of our culture and we still have plenty more on our agenda. We are constantly expanding our commitment to sustainability. Our focus is on environmentally friendly and socially responsible products for sustainable consumption and a broad commitment to the climate. We aim to achieve circularity wherever possible and promote social cohesion.
Our priorities
What we are currently doing
Circular economy
Plastic collection – how does it work?
How does Recybag work and what will happen to Migros plastic collection bags? We explain.
Work environment
Why does Migros have an office in Hong Kong?
About 85 people work for Migros in a high-rise building in the heart of Hong Kong. What exactly they do there.
Recycling
Collect plastic instead of throwing it away
Give plastic packaging a new life – with the plastic collection bags.
Sustainability
Eco-friendly greenhouses
Migros is promoting a rapid move to heating greenhouses without the use of fossil fuels.
Climate & energy
Charge your car while shopping
We’re improving the situation for drivers of electric cars by creating 2,000 new Migrol charging points over the next few years.
Climate & energy
How our biscuits warm living rooms
Meilen heats houses, apartment blocks and offices using waste heat from the local Migros factory.
Making sustainability simple
Whether for when you’re shopping or in the kitchen, we offer tips on little everyday things that you can do to help the environment.
All Stories
Recycling
Collect plastic instead of throwing it away
Give plastic packaging a new life – with the plastic collection bags.
Sustainable products
How to keep your Christmas tree fresh for longer
Their step-by-step instructions will ensure that your Christmas tree will hold onto its needles for a long time.
Food waste
Do frozen vegetables contain fewer vitamins?
We dispel six myths surrounding frozen food.
Sustainable products
How green is your Christmas tree?
We find out how eco-friendly Christmas trees are. Our findings are surprisingly positive.
Sustainability
How to air your home properly
Airing your home properly prevents mould and cuts energy wastage. Six tips for airing your home properly.
Climate & energy
Seasonal or regional – what's more climate-friendly?
Jörg Schumacher, Head of Sustainability Fresh Produce, explains the best option for the climate.
Sustainable products
How to crack nuts without a nutcracker
Got a bagful of nuts, but no nutcracker? With our hacks you won’t even need one!
Climate & energy
The biggest energy traps in the home
A lot of energy is consumed in buildings. We show you where you can save energy, even if you're renting.
Sustainability
How to wrap gifts sustainably
Sparkly foil and ultra-glossy paper are things of the past. We’ve got sustainable, low-cost wrapping ideas for you.
Migros Pioneer Fund
This substance makes our skin age less quickly
Antioxidants are said to protect against ageing and disease. What's the story with these much-praised particles?
Sustainability
Which foods will fill our plates tomorrow
We're looking at some “Future Foods”: they’re all high in nutritional value and can be cultivated sustainably.
Food waste
How to keep bread fresh for longer
People love fresh bread but it usually goes stale quickly. We’ve got tips to help your bread stay fresh for longer.
