FAIRTRADE INTERNATIONAL
FAIRTRADE INTERNATIONAL, headquartered in Bonn, Germany, is a leading organisation in the fair trade movement, dedicated to promoting equitable trading conditions for farmers and workers across the globe. Founded in 1997, it has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including Africa, Latin America, and Asia, advocating for sustainable practices in the agricultural industry. The organisation focuses on certifying products such as coffee, tea, cocoa, and cotton, ensuring that they meet rigorous social, economic, and environmental standards. What sets FAIRTRADE INTERNATIONAL apart is its commitment to empowering producers through fair pricing and community development initiatives. With a significant market position, it has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its certification system and increased consumer awareness of fair trade principles.
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FAIRTRADE INTERNATIONAL's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Fairtrade International reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.56 kg CO2e, broken down into Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 0.91 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions accounted for approximately 0.85 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which totalled around 0.8 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (0.45 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (0.3 kg CO2e). Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Fairtrade International has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. There are no emissions data cascaded from a parent or related organization, indicating that the reported figures are solely from Fairtrade International itself. The organisation continues to engage in climate action, particularly in the sugar sector, as highlighted in their climate action documentation.
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| Scope 1 | 0.91 |
| Scope 2 | 0.85 |
| Scope 3 | 0.8 |
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FAIRTRADE INTERNATIONAL is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
