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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In 2024, illycaffè S.p.A., headquartered in Italy, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 255,077,100 kg CO2e. This figure includes 7,890,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 5,708,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 246,655,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire 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, illycaffè aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 61.1% per tonne of sold coffee within the same timeframe. The company also targets a 39.4% reduction in absolute Scope 3 FLAG emissions by 2033, with a commitment to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. Long-term goals include 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. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect illycaffè's commitment to sustainability and climate action. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from the parent company, illycaffè S.p.A.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,827,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Illy's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 8% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Illy has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Common questions about Illy's sustainability data and climate commitments