Guayaki, officially known as Guayaki Sustainable Rainforest Products, is a pioneering company headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America and South America. Founded in 1996, Guayaki has established itself in the beverage industry, specialising in organic yerba mate products that are both energising and rich in antioxidants. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, sourcing its yerba mate from regenerative agroforestry systems in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. Guayaki's unique offerings include ready-to-drink yerba mate beverages and loose-leaf products, which stand out for their quality and flavour. With a strong market position, Guayaki has garnered recognition for its innovative approach to promoting health and wellness while supporting environmental conservation, making it a leader in the organic beverage sector.
How does Guayaki'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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Guayaki's score of 18 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, Guayaki reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,660,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,020,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 430,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 30,210,000 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or initiatives from Guayaki aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of specific climate pledges or science-based targets indicates a need for further commitment to sustainability practices within the industry. As a company headquartered in the US, Guayaki's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by businesses in addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes.
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Scope 1 | 3,020,000 |
Scope 2 | 430,000 |
Scope 3 | 30,210,000 |
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Guayaki 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.