Our Commitment
At Proliant Dairy Ingredients, sustainability is integral to everything we do. By upcycling dairy co-products into valuable ingredients, we minimize waste, enhance resource efficiency and strengthen the circular economy while contributing to a more efficient food system.
For over 30 years, Proliant has added value through upcycling dairy ingredients. Now, with rigorous third-party assessments conducted under ISO 14040/44 and ISO 14067, we are setting a transparent baseline and demonstrating leadership in sustainable dairy ingredient production.
We transform dairy co-products that would otherwise go unused into functional, high-value ingredients for food.
ISO-aligned cradle-to-gate LCA determined a carbon footprint of 1,301 kg CO₂e per tonne for our spray-dried whey permeate, covering Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
Heat recovery systems capture and reuse heat from our dryers, and solar energy investments are reducing emissions and driving energy efficiency.
We prioritize water recycling by reusing water within our own processes and supplying additional recycled water to our partner for their operations.
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In Action
Hear from our team about how Proliant's sustainability initiatives deliver measurable results for our customers and the environment.
Ben Fogarty, Applications Research Manager, shares how customers today expect more than ingredients — they expect transparency, accountability, and a partner committed to a better food system.
BUILDING TRANSPARENCY & TRUST
Rigorous third-party assessments conducted under ISO 14040/44 and ISO 14067 set a transparent baseline and demonstrate leadership in sustainable dairy ingredient production.
Third-party assessments deliver transparent, trustworthy carbon metrics you can confidently use in corporate reporting, supply chain initiatives, and procurement strategies.
Our cradle-to-gate assessment captures upstream emissions—including raw materials, logistics, and processing—providing a complete picture of environmental impact.
We go beyond reporting by meeting rigorous standards and supporting your sustainability goals with actionable, high-quality data.
Our upcycling process lowers environmental impact while creating value-rich, functional ingredients for your products.
Reliable benchmarks empower you to make both immediate and long-term improvements throughout your supply chain.
Our Sustainability Initiatives
Our sustainability mission goes beyond theory — it's about achieving measurable, impactful results. By upcycling dairy co-products like whey permeate and applying scientific innovation, we maximize resource efficiency. Backed by credible metrics and first-party assurance, we deliver transparency and trust every step of the way.
Whey permeate is a co-product of cheese production. Utilizing it helps reduce waste by turning what would otherwise be discarded into a valuable resource.
Whey permeate contains lactose, vitamins, and minerals, which can be used as feed for livestock or in food products. This recycling of nutrients supports a circular economy.
By using whey permeate in food products, the overall environmental footprint of dairy production can be reduced, as it lessens the need for additional feed sources.
Industry Leadership
We are proud to be part of the US Dairy Stewardship Commitment, a voluntary initiative that promotes sustainability leadership within the dairy community.
This initiative aligns and quantifies industry efforts in key areas such as environmental stewardship and animal care, reinforcing U.S. dairy's longstanding values of responsible production, community nourishment, and continuous improvement.
Our dairy ingredient solutions are designed to perform across the full spectrum of food and beverage manufacturing.