Carnival Corporation is taking a significant step towards reducing food waste with the appointment of Jan Swartz, Executive Vice President of Strategic Operations, as a Champion for the UN’s Target 12.3 initiative. This international coalition unites government, business, and civil society leaders to tackle food loss and waste globally.

Swartz is the first cruise industry representative to join Champions 12.3, highlighting Carnival Corporation’s leadership in this crucial area. She recognizes the importance of collaboration and is eager to share Carnival’s expertise and learn from others to find innovative solutions. Dr. Liz Goodwin OBE, a Champion 12.3 member, acknowledges the cruise industry’s role and applauds Swartz’s unique perspective in managing food waste across a vast global operation.

Carnival’s commitment extends beyond this leadership role. Costa Cruises, a subsidiary brand, has been part of the Friends of Champions 12.3 network since 2018. This network allows a wider range of organizations to contribute to the mission. Costa Cruises’ strategy includes partnering with food banks in Italy and France to donate excess prepared food, surpassing 300,000 servings since 2017.

What To Know About This:

• Jan Swartz, Executive Vice President of Strategic Operations for Carnival Corporation, appointed as a Champion for the UN’s Target 12.3 initiative on food loss and waste.
• Carnival Corporation is the first cruise line to join Champions 12.3.
• Commitment to collaboration and sharing best practices across industries.
• Costa Cruises, a subsidiary brand, has been a member of the Friends of Champions 12.3 network since 2018.
• Costa Cruises donates excess prepared food to local food banks in Italy and France, exceeding 300,000 servings since 2017.