Caribou Coffee, a prominent player in the specialty coffee industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across the Midwest and beyond. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a leader in crafting high-quality coffee beverages, with a commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing. Renowned for its unique blends and handcrafted drinks, Caribou Coffee offers a diverse menu that includes espresso drinks, teas, and seasonal offerings, all designed to cater to a variety of tastes. The brand's dedication to quality and community engagement has earned it a loyal customer base and recognition within the industry. With a focus on creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, Caribou Coffee continues to thrive, making significant strides in both product innovation and market presence.
How does Caribou Coffee's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Caribou Coffee's score of 27 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, Caribou Coffee reported total carbon emissions of approximately 126,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,700,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 15,700,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 107,000,000 kg CO2e. Caribou Coffee has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% from a 2020 baseline by the year 2030. This target is part of their science-based targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, the company is working towards a long-term net-zero ambition by 2050, with a climate strategy that aligns with a 1.5°C target. The emissions data is cascaded from Caribou Coffee Company, Inc., reflecting their current subsidiary status within a larger corporate family. The company is actively pursuing these reduction initiatives to mitigate its environmental impact and contribute to global climate goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,020,000 | 000,000,000 |
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.
Caribou Coffee 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.

