FAIRTRADE INTERNATIONAL Sustainability Profile
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, distributed across various scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 0.91 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were around 0.85 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 0.80 kg CO2e. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions includes business travel (0.15 kg CO2e), employee commute (0.10 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (0.45 kg CO2e), waste generated in operations (0.25 kg CO2e), fuel and energy-related activities (0.05 kg CO2e), upstream transportation and distribution (0.56 kg CO2e), and downstream transportation and distribution (0.30 kg CO2e). As of the latest data, Fairtrade International has not set specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, indicating that it operates independently in its climate reporting. Fairtrade International's climate commitments focus on promoting sustainable practices within its supply chains, although specific initiatives or targets have not been disclosed. The organisation continues to engage in efforts to mitigate climate impacts, particularly in the agricultural sectors it supports.
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| Scope 1 | 0.91 |
| Scope 2 | 0.85 |
| Scope 3 | 0.8 |
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FAIRTRADE INTERNATIONAL's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 31% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 70% of Scope 3 emissions.
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FAIRTRADE INTERNATIONAL'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.
FAIRTRADE INTERNATIONAL 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.
