Sustainable Coffee
We know what’s important
Cafea UK is committed to behaving in a responsible and accountable manner.
We know that we must care for and sustain today’s world for future generations and we take that responsibility seriously.
Environmental Sustainability
Our Social Responsibility
From ethical sourcing through modern HR management to professional corporate governance we take our social responsibilities seriously and strive to contribute to a better future for all.
We care about our actions
At Cafea UK we are committed to reducing our greenhouse gas emissions, protecting the forests, defending the human rights of everyone in our supply chain and adhering to the highest ethical trading standards.
By working together to develop commercial strategies that encompass both sustainability and our business goals, we are playing our part in helping to change ways of thinking and make the coffee industry both ethical and sustainable for future generations.
Our Story & Achievements so far
Coffee waste
reduced to
1%
of Output
350+
trees planted so far. Annual tree planting event
1,033
Solar panels & green energy
Achieved
ISO14001
30%
Water reduction in
5 years
Drive ethical sourcing
100%
80%
of our coffee is certified
100%
of our direct suppliers SMETA audited
90%
Realise people’s potential
50%
female
88%
of employees enjoy working at Cafea UK
Support of
local charities
34%
of staff have 10+ years service
33%
woman
Reduce reuse recycle
100%
of our consumer
packaging is recycled
Members BCA coffee sustainability committee
Our Commitments & Targets
1
We will only use coffee beans from ethical, sustainable and
responsible sources
Target
Only sell certified coffee either RFA, Fairtrade or 4C approved
100%
2
We are zero waste to landfill and will
continue to reduce our energy, water and
waste usage
Target
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions year after year. Target carbon neutral (scope 1 & 2) by 2035
3
100%
of our consumer packaging is recyclable
Target
100%
of our consumer packaging to be green rated by RAM EPR tool
2030
4
Committed to building a decent, safe, thriving, diverse and inclusive team
Target
Maintain Leadership team
50% Female
2025 start an apprenticeship scheme, recruiting minimum 5 trainees every year