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 figure includes 7,047,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,203,500 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 233,758,200 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. illycaffè has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 55.4% by 2033, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, illycaffè plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and other categories by 61.1% per tonne of sold coffee within the same timeframe. For long-term goals, illycaffè aims to achieve a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per tonne of sold coffee by 2050. The company also commits to reducing its Scope 3 FLAG emissions by 72% by 2050 and has pledged to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These initiatives reflect illycaffè's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the food and beverage processing sector.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,321,800 | 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 | 5,729,250 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Illy is committed to some 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.
