AOI Sustainability Profile
AOI, or AOI Matcha, is a leading player in the premium matcha industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2015, the company has rapidly established itself as a trusted source for high-quality matcha products, serving both retail and wholesale markets across North America and beyond. Specialising in organic matcha, AOI offers a range of unique products, including ceremonial-grade matcha and culinary blends, each distinguished by their vibrant colour and rich flavour profiles. The company prides itself on its direct sourcing from Japanese tea farms, ensuring authenticity and sustainability. With a commitment to quality and innovation, AOI has garnered a loyal customer base and received accolades for its exceptional products. As a prominent name in the matcha sector, AOI continues to set industry standards while promoting the health benefits of this traditional Japanese tea.
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Industry Benchmark
AOI's score of 15 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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AOI's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, AOI reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,235,000 kg CO2e, which includes 305,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 21,963,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 19,463,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 272,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions around 19,410,000 kg CO2e. AOI has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease hazardous waste generation by 10% over a five-year period from 2024 to 2028, applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data is sourced directly from AOI, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. AOI's climate commitments demonstrate a clear focus on reducing their environmental impact while maintaining transparency in their reporting practices.
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| 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 272,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,410,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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AOI's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
AOI has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
