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20 April 2021

Quorn Foods joins more than 100 Signatories of The Climate Pledge Committed to Achieving Net-Zero Carbon by 2040 or Sooner

Quorn Foods joins more than 100 Signatories of The Climate Pledge Committed to Achieving Net-Zero Carbon by 2040 or Sooner The 105 pledge signatories together generate over $1.4 trillion in global annual revenues and have more than 5 million employees across 25 industries in 16 countries. The Climate Pledge is a commitment co-founded by Amazon and Global Optimism to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement 10 years early and achieve net-zero carbon by 2040. Amazon and Global Optimism announced that more than 100 companies have now signed The Climate Pledge. Among the 52 new signatories joining The Climate Pledge are well-known brands including Quorn Foods, the first meat alternative brand to sign the pledge, Colgate-Palmolive, Heineken, PepsiCo and Sainsbury’s. Pledge signatories in total generate more than $1.4 trillion in global annual sales and have more than 5 million employees across 25 industries in 16 countries - demonstrating the collective impact The Climate Pledge can have in addressing climate change. Signatories to The Climate Pledge agree to: Measure and report greenhouse gas emissions on a regular basis. Implement decarbonization strategies in line with the Paris Agreement through real business changes and innovations, including efficiency improvements, renewable energy, materials reductions, and other carbon emission elimination strategies. Neutralize any remaining emissions with additional, quantifiable, real, permanent, and socially beneficial offsets to achieve net-zero annual carbon emissions by 2040—a decade ahead of the Paris Agreement’s goal of 2050. Quorn Foods’ purpose is to provide healthy food for people and the planet, offering the world a more sustainable protein source than meat. “Quorn is the leading alternative protein brand, and our aim is to help people everywhere make simple, satisfying, and significant contributions to our collective fight against the climate crisis, simply by eating less meat,” said Marco Bertacca, Quorn Foods CEO. “We’re focusing on making positive contributions to both our environmental challenges as well as our public health challenges by meeting consumer demand for delicious meat alternatives, and prioritising sustainable development of these products. It is a great pleasure to join The Climate Pledge and commit to becoming net-zero by 2040.” All signatories are taking science-based, high-impact actions to tackle climate change by innovating in supply chain efficiency, sustainable transportation, circular economy, clean energy solutions, and more. Many organisations are also meaningfully involving customers in their journey to net-zero with initiatives focused on innovative packaging and sustainable product design and development, while delivering solutions to empower customers to reduce their own emissions with educational campaigns and sustainable shopping experiences. The main ingredient in all Quorn products is Quorn mycoprotein, a fermented meat-free super protein that is naturally high in protein and fibre, low in saturated fat, and uses 90% less land and water, and produces 90% less carbon emissions than making animal protein. The company also strives to minimise the environmental impact of its operations so that its business as well as its products are sustainable. Since 2012, Quorn Foods has reduced the carbon footprint of its factories per tonne by 33%, and reduced its water usage per tonne by 16%. Additionally, 80% of the company’s packaging is fully recyclable. The company is committed to an interim target of net-zero carbon across its own operations by 2030. The company is also committed to having a net positive impact in society by 2030 through promoting healthier lifestyles and more inclusive communities, and supporting climate action for all. “Less than two years ago, Amazon co-founded The Climate Pledge and called on other companies to reach the Paris Agreement 10 years early—today, more than 100 companies with over $1.4 trillion in global annual revenues and more than 5 million employees have signed the pledge,” said Jeff Bezos, Amazon founder and CEO. “We are proud to stand with other signatories to use our scale to decarbonize the economy through real business change and innovation.” “We helped to initiate The Climate Pledge to prove a model that accelerates decarbonization with the most ambitious companies,” said Christiana Figueres, the UN’s former climate chief, and now founding partner of Global Optimism. “Today over 100 companies, including household brands and companies from all industry sectors, have joined The Climate Pledge with its goal of net-zero by 2040. They are demonstrating that moving faster toward decarbonising their businesses is a pathway to competitive advantage. There is no doubt we’re at a tipping point to establish the low carbon economy envisioned in the Paris Agreement. I commend the leadership of the companies that have joined The Climate Pledge already and look forward to welcoming the next 100.” Amazon and Global Optimism welcome the new signatories that have committed to The Climate Pledge. AECOM Alaska Airlines Airmee Atlantia Bellrock Group Blacklane Colgate-Palmolive Convoy Delphis Eco Direct Healthcare Solutions Ltd. Edmonton International Airport Elisa Corporation EV Private Equity FILA Solutions Graebel Greencore Group HEINEKEN HH Global IGS Energy IMI Inn at Laurel Point Karma Automotive LeasePlan LifeStraw Lil Packaging Ltd. Lime Mace Group Morgan Sindall Group Natural Capital Partners Optimus Ride PepsiCo Pollination Portland General Electric Posti Pregis Protector Cellars Quorn Foods Rail Delivery Group Royal Philips Russell Group Sainsbury’s SecuriGroup Sonnedix Springer Nature Group Storegga Geotechnologies STV Group Telefónica Teleperformance The Sustainable City Urenco UST Visa Information issued on behalf of Quorn Foods by Taylor Herring. For further information please contact: quorn@taylorherring.com 0208 206 5151 About The Climate Pledge In 2019, Amazon and Global Optimism co-founded The Climate Pledge, a commitment to reach the Paris Agreement 10 years early and be net-zero carbon by 2040. Now 105 organizations have signed The Climate Pledge, sending an important signal that there will be rapid growth in demand for products and services that help reduce carbon emissions. For more information, visit www.theclimatepledge.com. About Amazon Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. Customer reviews, 1-Click shopping, personalized recommendations, Prime, Fulfillment by Amazon, AWS, Kindle Direct Publishing, Kindle, Fire tablets, Fire TV, Amazon Echo, and Alexa are some of the products and services pioneered by Amazon. For more information, visit www.amazon.com/about. About Global Optimism Global Optimism exists to precipitate transformational, sector-wide change. Achieving a zero emissions future is not a far-off challenge. It’s one we must get on track for now. Every scientific assessment shows that to meet the goal of net -zero emissions by 2050, to keep global heating below 1.5 degrees Celsius, we must halve our emissions between 2020 and 2030. Tackling the climate crisis is only possible when everyone, everywhere plays their part. We work with like-minded collectives from all sectors who are willing to invest in the choices required to be on this challenging—and life-affirming—journey. For more information, visit https://globaloptimism.com.

26 November 2020

Quorn protein found to be equivalent to animal protein for muscle synthesis in older adults

26 November 2020 – Data published this month in the British Journal of Nutrition (BJN) demonstrates that obtaining dietary protein from animal-derived sources is not an essential prerequisite to support muscle protein synthesis rates in older adults. A study, which has been published in the BJN, has found that Quorn mycoprotein, the protein-rich food source that is unique to Quorn® products, supports equivalent rested and exercised daily muscle rates in healthy older adults. The results show that a single bout of resistance exercise performed daily each morning increases daily muscle protein synthesis (MPS) rates in older men and women consuming a high-protein diet, regardless of whether it is obtained primarily from animal or non-animal sources. The study examined whether a vegan diet can support daily muscle protein synthesis to the same extent as an omnivorous diet. This process was measured in nineteen healthy older adults, who took part in a randomised controlled trial in which they consumed a three-day isocaloric (identical in calories) high-protein diet, where the protein was obtained from animal or vegan sources. Meanwhile, the participants also conducted a bout of unilateral resistance-type leg extensive exercises each morning. Muscle samples were then collected from both the rested and exercised legs to determine daily MPS rates. Healthy ageing is becoming more important than ever. It allows us to enjoy longer years of life in better health, so we can continue to do the things we love. However, there is a clear association between ageing and a progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass which can not only increase the risk of falls, and subsequent hospitalisation, but also increases the loss of independence of older adults and reduces quality of life. Therefore, maintaining muscle mass and quality are fundamental for healthy ageing. Tim Finnigan, Chief Scientific Adviser for Quorn Foods, said: “It is always exciting to release data that showcases the qualities of Quorn mycoprotein, particularly when we are able prove that it provides similar results to consuming animal protein. The association between muscle loss and increased incidence of falls, fractures, and metabolic disease, particularly underlines the critical role that muscle mass and quality play in healthy ageing. We are therefore extremely happy that Quorn mycoprotein can be suggested as an effective and beneficial protein source for older adults.” Muscle mass is regulated by the dynamic balance between daily muscle protein synthesis (MPS) and muscle protein breakdown (MPB) rates. For synthesis of new muscle protein, all 20 amino acids must be present in the body in adequate amounts; this includes the nine ‘essential’ amino acids which can only be obtained through diet.1 Quorn mycoprotein, the main ingredient in all Quorn® products, contains all nine essential amino acids. Despite limited non-animal protein sources having been investigated, there has long been a common misconception that animal-based protein sources were superior for muscle tissue synthesis. However, recent research conducted at Exeter University found that Quorn mycoprotein, a fungal-derived and sustainably produced protein-rich food source, stimulated resting and post-exercise muscle protein synthesis rates to a greater extent than milk protein.2 Further to this, Quorn mycoprotein is the only vegan protein source, to date, that's ingestion has been shown to acutely stimulate MPS rates to a comparable extent as an animal-derived comparator.3 For more information about Quorn Food’s research into the impact of Quorn mycoprotein on health, please visit our nutrition website, www.quornnutrition.com. 1 Wolfe RR. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2017;14:30. 2 Monteyne AJ, et al. Abstract presented at ECSS 2019. 3 Monteyne A, Coleho M, Porter C et al. (2020) Mycoprotein ingestion stimulates protein synthesis rates to a greater extent than milk protein in rested and exercised skeletal muscle of healthy young men AJCN (under second review). For more information please contact quorn@taylorherring.com or 0208 206 5151

31 August 2020

Quorn extends Forest Green Rovers relationship into fifth season

Quorn Foods, the global market leader in sustainable protein, has pledged to extend its partnership with Forest Green Rovers into a fifth season. Recognised by FIFA and the United Nations as the world’s greenest football club, Forest Green Rovers confirmed they will be driving forwards its focus on sustainable growth. From serving vegan only food in its stadium, such as its highly commended Q-Pie, to being awarded a ‘carbon-neutral’ certification by the UN and switching to vegan football kits, the trailblazing club has achieved incredible accolades from an environmental and sustainable point of view over the years. With sustainability embedded into its core, Forest Green has pledged as part of Quorn’s Nuggets of Change campaign, to place a large focus on its academy players. It will continue to nurture and help them progress through its development system to first-team level. Two players leading the charge are Vaughn Covil and Harvey Bunker, who are set to make their first team debut this upcoming season, when League Two football resumes on September 12th 2020. Whilst the return of the football season is a momentous occasion for fans everywhere, there is no denying this year will look and feel rather different. Despite players resuming with their regular training regimes and kicking off in their usual stadiums, fans will be required to adapt to a new sense of norm, following an unprecedented period. With this in mind, Quorn Foods’ new campaign wants everyone to take a moment to reflect and celebrate the positive small changes and habits they have adopted during this time. Lucy Grogut, Head of Brand Marketing at Quorn Foods, said: “Our ‘Nuggets of Change’ campaign recognises that no more matter how small your changes are, they can still have a powerful and lasting positive impact on yourself, those around you and our planet. As we renew our partnership for two further years with Forest Green, we are excited by its most recent ‘Nuggets of Change’ pledge and to be part of its sustainability journey. We are counting down the days until fans are able to safely return to stadiums and experience the joys of live football over a Q-Pie once more.” Dale Vince, Chairman, Forest Green Rovers, added: “Quorn has been a fantastic partner – it put the Q in our famous pie and more. This new ‘Nuggets of Change’ campaign is a great idea and very timely – it goes to the core of the issue that many people stumble upon when contemplating personal change – what difference can we each make? The answer is that it makes all the difference. Quorn makes change accessible to everyone.” Despite a year full of uncertainty, this is set to be a thrilling season for both Quorn Foods and Forest Green Rovers. From exciting new partnerships and innovations to continuing to acknowledge the importance of living and thinking sustainably. Working as a joint force, both partners will remain at the forefront of these important conversations and lead the way in taking steps in the right direction, celebrating the positive changes achieved to date. For more information please contact lon-quorn@ketchum.com

16 January 2019

Quorn launches Vegan Fishless Fillets range

Quorn's Vegan Fishless Fillets range launch sets sights on the high seas with a healthy and sustainable take on traditional English food. As the global population increases, statistics suggest there is increasing demand on our oceans and seas to produce even more fish. However, Quorn, the UK’s favourite meat-free brand has come up with a different approach to preserve the resources of our seas and oceans while providing a healthy and sustainable take on Classics British meals. At a time when nearly two thirds of UK consumers (57%)1 believe reducing our meat consumption would be beneficial for the environment and with the majority of the population (52%) actively reducing the amount of meat they eat, the launch of two Quorn Vegan Fishless Fillets, perfect for mid-week dinners, is welcome news for anyone wanting to be a little bit kinder to the planet. Quorn Vegan Salt & Vinegar Battered Fishless Fillets and Quorn Vegan Lemon & Pepper Breaded Fishless Fillets are low in saturated fat and will line up with Vegan Fishless Fingers to recreate vegan versions of the ever-popular British family favourite…. Fish and Chips. The range will launch in March 2019 and will be available in all major supermarkets nationwide. This breakthrough innovation means that for the first time ever people can now eat a Quorn version of the British classic fish and chips, one of the nation’s top five favourite dishes2. Quorn has expanded its range as part of its belief that it needs to help the world enjoy a sustainable diet that is not only healthy but less impactful on the planet. As the world’s population increases, sourcing enough fish to feed a growing global population will become increasingly difficult. Food wastage is also a key issue with 27% of landed fish lost or wasted between landing on our shores and being eaten3. In 2016, 171 million tonnes of fish were produced, with nearly 90% for human consumption alone4 – showing just how much we love our fish suppers. Not only is the launch of Quorn Fishless Fillets good news for vegans who don’t eat fish, but it will also offer choice for pescatarians, vegetarians and the increasing number of meat reducers who are open to vegan products as a way to reduce the impact of their diets on the planet, whilst still enjoying the nation’s favourite dishes. Geoff Bryant, Technical Director of Quorn Foods, comments: “This Veganuary, we’re announcing the launch of our Vegan Fishless Fillets range, hitting supermarket shelves in March 2019. Quorn has led the way in meat alternatives for decades, and this new range is a British breakthrough in meat-free innovation with incredible taste and texture delivery, that has been five years in the making. The launch marks the next logical step in helping people reduce our reliance on our seas and oceans for protein, instead meeting their desire to reduce their meat consumption and eat sustainably, with this delicious Quorn Vegan Fishless Fillets range.” Stored frozen, all products in the fishless range are oven-cooked in 22 minutes, making them a great mid-week meal option or weekend dinner idea for busy individuals and families. Introducing the Quorn Fishless range: Quorn Vegan Salt & Vinegar Battered Fishless Fillet x2, RRP £2.99 Guaranteed to be triumph around the dinner table is Quorn’s Vegan Salt & Vinegar Battered Fishless Fillets. Great for adults and children alike, the fillets are served perfectly alongside homemade chunky chips and mushy peas and are sure to leave you feeling satisfied and hungry for more. Quorn Vegan Lemon & Pepper Breaded Fishless Fillet x2, RRP £2.,99 Quorn’s Vegan Lemon and Pepper Breaded Fishless Fillets are an ideal mid-week meal option that the whole family will love, be they vegan, pescatarian, or trying to reduce their impact on the planet – simply irresistible served with crispy wedges and minted peas. For more information, please contact lon-quorn@ketchum.com 1 YouGov December 2018 Survey 2 Belling Survey December 2018 3 The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2018 - Meeting the sustainable development goals. Rome. Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 IGO. (Available at: http://www.fao.org/3/I9540EN/i9540en.pdf) pp. 152. 4 The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2018 - Meeting the sustainable development goals. Rome. Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 IGO. (Available at: http://www.fao.org/3/I9540EN/i9540en.pdf) pp. 39-40.

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