Public Profile

Equal Exchange

Equal Exchange, officially known as Equal Exchange, Inc., is a pioneering fair trade organisation headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1986, the company has established itself as a leader in the fair trade movement, focusing on coffee, tea, chocolate, and other organic products sourced from small-scale farmers across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. With a commitment to social justice and sustainable practices, Equal Exchange offers unique products that prioritise quality and ethical sourcing. Their cooperative model empowers farmers, ensuring they receive fair compensation and fostering long-term relationships. Notable achievements include being one of the first companies to bring fair trade coffee to the U.S. market, solidifying their position as a trusted brand in the organic and fair trade sectors. Through their dedication to transparency and community support, Equal Exchange continues to set a benchmark in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Equal Exchange'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.

7

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

10

Industry Benchmark

Equal Exchange's score of 7 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Equal Exchange's reported carbon emissions

Equal Exchange, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for recent years, as no emissions figures are available. However, the company is committed to addressing climate change through various initiatives. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges outlined, Equal Exchange is likely to engage in sustainable practices typical of the industry, focusing on reducing their carbon footprint and promoting environmental responsibility. As the company continues to develop its climate strategy, stakeholders can expect future commitments to align with industry standards for emissions reduction and sustainability.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Equal Exchange's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Equal Exchange is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Equal Exchange is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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