Greenspace Connections
The NewCold Guelph Sustainability Campus will enhance Guelph's natural heritage system of trees and improve quality of life by connecting the community through a network of greenspaces.
Over 22,000 plantings to enhance and add to Guelph's natural heritage lands.
Approximately 110 acres of created or enhanced greenspace to create greenspace adjacent to the South End Community Centre.
"Cold storage is critical to the success of Ontario’s agri-food sector and supporting the province’s farmers. It plays an important role in maintaining a safe and stable food supply chain, from farm to fork."
Lisa M. Thompson, Ontario Minister of Rural Affairs.
Food Supply Chain Resilience
24/7 Food Operations
Fully automated to help maintain a steady food supply and enhance food security.
Off-grid Resilience
NewCold is committed to own-power generation using renewables.
The NewCold Guelph Sustainability Campus will improve the strength and resiliency of Canada's Food supply industry.
The project will meaningfully complement Guelph's emergence as a leader in the food sector as well as responsibly developing lands with nature and sustainability front of mind. With the potential to become a leader in sustainable development and a key partner collaborating with surrounding institutions and businesses.
Sustainability At Its Core
Energy Efficiency
NewCold facilities are about 50% more energy efficient than traditional warehouses. NewCold is a global leader in sustainable warehouse operations and is committed to reach net zero by 2040.
Automated Systems
The systems to move the pallets only run when necessary to ensure minimal door openings for pallets entering and leaving the cold storage. This also reduces employee handling, reducing opportunities for damage and increasing food safety.
Creating an Enhanced Natural Heritage
Over 22,000 plantings which will contribute to the existing and new greenspaces around the site.
Sustainable Transit
Over 30 EV vehicle charging station, 30 long-term bike storage facilities and public transport connections completed as part of Phase 1.
NewCold will support Guelph's initiatives in creating a low carbon economy, and will seek to collaborate with a regional supplier of renewable energy. NewCold is committed to building a trusted food supply chain industry, where sustainability is a given, customer service is always the focal point, and food safety and integrity are guaranteed.
Technology
Software-Driven Automation
The most innovative third-party logistics (3PL) solution for the food logistics industry.
Three Fully Integrated Systems
For transparency and traceability throughout the cold chain.
Proprietary State-of-the-Art Technology
Including a Warehouse Management System (WMS) that has proven highly successful in NewCold’s existing facilities.