Yum China is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 in accordance with a science-based initiative. Joey Wat, CEO of Yum China stated, “We are committed to driving meaningful change and pioneering in the restaurant industry towards net-zero emissions.  Building Green Pioneer Stores is an important part of our commitment.”

Practical measures include installation of solar panels on stores, coupled with power storage systems to reduce consumption of coal-fired electricity.  Yum has installed energy management systems based on artificial intelligence to reduce energy consumption by ten percent annually.  Tubular daylight systems are installed to make use of natural lighting.  Recycled materials are used in construction together with bamboo materials and recycled products that provide insulation and reduce waste. Yum China is now delivering environmentally friendly Family Buckets through KFC Green Pioneer Stores in Beijing.

Measures adopted to reduce waste and to incorporate energy sparing in construction and operation are now widely publicized, generating goodwill, especially among the over 300 million KFC loyalty groups members.