Hershey’s New Sustainability Strategy Expands to Salty Snacks | April 2026 - News and Statistics

Hershey has updated its sustainability strategy to include its expanding salty snacks portfolio, driven by deeper involvement in the sector and increasing pressure from regulators and consumers. The revised strategy focuses on sourcing ingredients, producing treats and snacks, and engaging consumers through product offerings and packaging, with new commitments including water resource sustainability for peanut production and regenerative land practices. Hershey also targets significant reductions in direct emissions, increased renewable electricity sourcing, and packaging waste elimination.