Hilton Foods, one of Australia’s largest protein suppliers, operates a modern, purpose-built facility at Heathwood, Brisbane where it prepares and packs fresh meat for Woolworths stores in Queensland and beyond. As Woolworths’ dedicated meat processing partner , Hilton Foods plays a vital role in ensuring Australian supermarkets remain stocked with fresh, sustainable protein every day.

Together, Hilton Foods and Woolworths comprise one of Queensland’s most significant food supply chains – transforming products from local producers into ready-to-sell goods and delivering them to households. With Woolworths already partnering with CleanCo, this new agreement means that multiple stages of this value chain – from food processing through to retail distribution – are now backed by 100% renewable, firmed energy. This demonstrates how clean energy can support not just individual businesses, but the broader system that keeps Queensland households supplied.

For industry, the benefits extend well beyond emissions reduction. Reliable, affordable energy is fundamental for major employers like Hilton Foods and Woolworths, which operate at scale and serve millions of Queenslanders weekly. By embedding clean energy across the chain, CleanCo is helping ensure this supply remains dependable and sustainable, supporting the long-term success of these vital industries and the communities they serve.

CleanCo Chief Executive Tom Metcalfe said the agreement with Hilton Foods shows how CleanCo is helping decarbonise not just businesses, but entire supply chains.

“Partnering with Hilton Foods alongside Woolworths means CleanCo is powering multiple stages of Queensland’s food supply, from the processing floor to the supermarket shelf.” Mr Metcalfe said.

“This isn’t just about cleaner energy; it’s about building a stronger, more sustainable system that supports producers, retailers and the Queenslanders who depend on them every day.”

Hilton Foods, APAC CEO Mel Chambers said the company is committed to net zero.

“We do what we do for the love of good food.  We’re proud to bring great food to millions of tables around Queensland with the knowledge that it was produced using clean renewable energy – that makes it taste even better.

“We’re committed to being a net zero business by 2048 and leading the way to set the agenda for the food industry globally. Initiatives like this are helping to reach this important milestone.”

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