Bob Langert, a former executive at McDonald’s, tells the story of the company’s efforts to make good on ‘green’ commitments.

The company made progress in five areas of its business.

Kraig Westerbeek works on the Smithfield Renewables project.

The initiative is a product of the US Roundtable for Sustainable Beef.

The annual award goes to the company’s Austin plant for its heat-recovery system.

United Nations Global Compact membership involves commitment to sustainable development goals.