Valio's Esko Tool Revolutionizes Sustainability Reporting for Dairy Farms
Source: dairynews.today
Valio introduces the Esko tool to facilitate sustainability reporting for dairy farms in Finland, aligning with ESG criteria and supporting zero-emission goals.
This spring marks a significant milestone for Finnish dairy farms as Valio unveils the Esko tool dedicated to facilitating ESG sustainability reporting. Aimed at helping dairy farms generate ESG reports without specialized expertise, Esko aligns with sustainability mandates and assists in processes like securing bank financing.
Valio's goal to achieve zero emissions from milk production by 2035 gains substantial momentum with this tool. Although sustainability reporting remains voluntary, financial institutions are growingly vigilant about sustainability facets tied to their funded projects. Consequently, farms must detail their climate and nature impacts within business operations, adhering to ESG's environmental, social, and governance dimensions.
"Sustainability is an increasingly important competitive factor," notes development manager Hanna Castro from Valio’s primary production. With accurate data aiding ESG reporting, the Esko tool emerges as a linchpin in granting investment funding, streamlining what was once a laborious task. Esko enhances data collection by integrating effortlessly with systems like the Carbo Farm calculator and the Finnish cattle health registry, Naseva. Its AI assistance further facilitates efficient data entry. Developed collaboratively with IT firm Gofore, Esko will empower 3,200 Valio dairy farmers come May's end. Beyond sprucing sustainability communication, Esko furnishes farms with self-monitoring capabilities, promoting operational management efficiencies.
"Digital solutions like Esko crucially advance sustainable practices and augment growth and efficiency within the industry," affirms Outi Määttä, director at Gofore, emphasizing user-centered design. Esko exemplifies an industry trend toward knowledge-based management, automation, and user-centric innovation, propelling not just sustainable practices, but also sustained business advancement.
Valio's goal to achieve zero emissions from milk production by 2035 gains substantial momentum with this tool. Although sustainability reporting remains voluntary, financial institutions are growingly vigilant about sustainability facets tied to their funded projects. Consequently, farms must detail their climate and nature impacts within business operations, adhering to ESG's environmental, social, and governance dimensions.
"Sustainability is an increasingly important competitive factor," notes development manager Hanna Castro from Valio’s primary production. With accurate data aiding ESG reporting, the Esko tool emerges as a linchpin in granting investment funding, streamlining what was once a laborious task. Esko enhances data collection by integrating effortlessly with systems like the Carbo Farm calculator and the Finnish cattle health registry, Naseva. Its AI assistance further facilitates efficient data entry. Developed collaboratively with IT firm Gofore, Esko will empower 3,200 Valio dairy farmers come May's end. Beyond sprucing sustainability communication, Esko furnishes farms with self-monitoring capabilities, promoting operational management efficiencies.
"Digital solutions like Esko crucially advance sustainable practices and augment growth and efficiency within the industry," affirms Outi Määttä, director at Gofore, emphasizing user-centered design. Esko exemplifies an industry trend toward knowledge-based management, automation, and user-centric innovation, propelling not just sustainable practices, but also sustained business advancement.
