Illy
Illycaffè S.p.A., commonly known as Illy, is a renowned Italian coffee company headquartered in Trieste, Italy. Founded in 1933, Illy has established itself as a leader in the premium coffee industry, focusing on the production of high-quality espresso. The company operates globally, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Illy is celebrated for its unique blend of nine Arabica coffee beans, which are meticulously sourced and roasted to perfection. This commitment to quality has earned Illy numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a top choice among coffee connoisseurs. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Illy continues to push the boundaries of coffee excellence, making it a distinguished name in the world of gourmet coffee.
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Illy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, illycaffè reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 242,009,500 kg CO2e. This includes 7,047,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 6,205,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 233,758,200 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes emissions from the entire value chain, such as purchased goods and services. illycaffè has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Near-term targets include a reduction of absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 55.4% by 2033, based on a 2021 baseline. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions per tonne of sold coffee by 61.1% within the same timeframe. The company also commits to reducing Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 39.4% by 2033. For long-term goals, illycaffè plans to achieve a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050, again using 2021 as the baseline year. Furthermore, they have pledged to eliminate deforestation linked to their primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These commitments reflect illycaffè's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,509,440 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,308,090 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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