Lavazza Sustainability Profile
Lavazza, officially known as Luigi Lavazza S.p.A., is a renowned Italian coffee company headquartered in Turin, Italy. Established in 1895, Lavazza has evolved into a global leader in the coffee industry, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is celebrated for its premium coffee blends, which combine traditional Italian craftsmanship with innovative techniques, ensuring a unique flavour profile that appeals to coffee aficionados worldwide. Lavazza's core offerings include ground coffee, whole beans, and coffee pods, catering to both home and professional markets. The brand is particularly noted for its commitment to sustainability and quality, having achieved significant milestones such as the introduction of the ¡Tierra! project, which supports sustainable coffee farming. With a rich heritage and a focus on excellence, Lavazza continues to hold a prominent position in the global coffee market, recognised for its dedication to quality and innovation.
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Lavazza's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Lavazza reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.1 billion kg CO2e, a significant reduction from approximately 2.8 billion kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions breakdown includes Scope 1 emissions at about 90,270 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 24.2 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority at approximately 2 billion kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions from upstream transportation and distribution were approximately 1.6 billion kg CO2e. Lavazza has made substantial commitments to reduce its carbon footprint. The company achieved carbon neutrality for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions in 2020, as part of its Roadmap to Zero initiative. This commitment includes the neutralisation of CO2 emissions generated from direct operations and purchased electricity. For 2024, Lavazza aims to offset approximately 352,050 tCO2e, achieving carbon neutrality for five product families, primarily its Single Serve products. The data reported is cascaded from its parent company, Luigi Lavazza S.p.A., reflecting the company's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce environmental impact. Lavazza's initiatives align with industry standards and demonstrate a proactive approach to climate commitments, focusing on both reduction and compensation strategies.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,676,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 912,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Lavazza's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Lavazza's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 24% last year and decreased by approximately 27% 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 "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Lavazza'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.
Lavazza 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.
