Chipotle Invests in Sustainable Food Innovations

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Slice of Agriculture Team
January 31, 2025

Key Highlights:

  • Chipotle invests in Plantible to develop Rubi Protein™, a plant-based alternative to animal proteins.

  • CH4 Global receives funding to scale Methane Tamer™, which reduces cattle methane emissions by up to 90%.

  • Chipotle’s Cultivate Next fund backs early-stage companies aligned with its sustainability goals.

  • Investments support sustainable food innovation and reinforce Chipotle’s commitment to reducing environmental impact.

Source: PR Newswire

Notable Quotes:

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"Plantible's vertically integrated and traceable supply chain aligns with our commitment to ingredient transparency and Food with Integrity standards."

Curt Garner, Chief Customer & Technology Officer at Chipotle
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"Our investment in CH4 Global will help the team scale production of Methane Tamer™ to meet its current outstripped demand."

Christian Gammill, Cultivate Next Fund Manager at Chipotle

Why This Matters:

Chipotle’s strategic investments in Plantible and CH4 Global demonstrate its commitment to sustainability and innovative food solutions. By supporting plant-based protein development and methane reduction in cattle, Chipotle is taking tangible steps toward reducing the environmental impact of the food industry. These investments not only align with Chipotle’s "Cultivate a Better World" mission but also pave the way for more sustainable food production practices worldwide.