ILLY ON THE GO | Sustainability.
The unique illy coffee bean blend in your workplace. Good for you, and good for the planet.
WHY CHOOSE ILLY COFFEE BEANS FOR YOUR WORKPLACE?
Fresh brewed coffee is one of life’s simplest pleasures, and increasingly believed to be healthy too, but is it really that simple?
The coffee industry can be rife with corruption and malpractice, from poorly compensated coffee bean farmers to deforestation, which is why we believe it’s important to partner with alternative companies that are passionate about creating a safer, more sustainable future.
illycaffè, the Italian company behind the unique 100% Arabica blend, take sustainability incredibly seriously, with an aggressive aim to achieve net-zero across the operations of their entire group by 2026.
illy are pioneers in the coffee industry across a range of different sustainability metrics, such as the following:
A CERTIFIED B CORPORATION
Perhaps the greatest testament to the illy sustainability mission is their certification as a B Corp company. illy have held thes2e prestigious credentials since 2021, and have only continued to improve their scoring over the years, reaching a healthy 90.4 points by 2023.
ONE MAKES THE DIFFERENCE
WE HAVE ONE DREAM
to offer the world the best coffee and put a smile on the faces of those who drink it.
WE HAVE ONE COMMITMENT
to promote values that respect individuals and the environment, which includes reaching Carbon Neutrality by 2033 for the 100th anniversary of our Company.
WE HAVE ONE PHILOSOPHY
to please those who appreciate quality of life with the best coffee that nature can offer, enhanced by the best technologies, sustainable practices and pursuit of beauty in everything we do.
WE HAVE ONE BLEND
which is always the same, over time and in any part of the world.
WE HAVE ONE WORLD
a world as unique as the challenges we can only overcome if we act together to protect it.
ONE OF 2023'S WORLD'S MOST ETHICAL COMPANIES
illycaffè has been recognized for eleven consecutive years and is still the only Italian company being honored this year. In 2023, 135 honorees were recognized spanning 19 countries and 48 industries.
Proud to be listed for the eleventh year, as the only Italian company, among the world most ethical companies: a recognition of our commitment as a family company cultivating business ethics for 90 years” said Andrea Illy, President of illycaffè. “A result also achieved thanks to the management, which has been able to translate this commitment into the daily business. illycaffè is now running at full speed towards carbon neutrality in 2033 though regenerative agriculture and circular economy.
Ethics matters. Organizations that commit to business integrity through robust programs and practices not only elevate standards and expectations for all, but also have better long-term performance,” said Ethisphere CEO, Erica Salmon Byrne. “We continue to be inspired by the World’s Most Ethical Companies honorees and their dedication to making real impact for their stakeholders and displaying exemplary values-based leadership. Congratulations to illycaffè for earning a place in the World’s Most Ethical Companies community.
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illy Sustainability FAQs
What sustainability initiatives does illy undertake in its coffee production?
illy pride themselves on their sustainability, citing it as being at the heart of their commitment to quality. They became a B Corp certified company in 2021 and have only increased their scoring over the following years as they strive to have more positive social and environmental impact on the world.
How does illy ensure the ethical sourcing of its coffee beans?
illy pays a premium price to the coffee bean suppliers as part of their initiative to support social and economic sustainability, as well as environmental. They also use their research to share knowledge and expertise on sustainable cultivation through their University of Coffee.
What steps does illy take to reduce its environmental impact?
In 2023, 95.5% of the electricity used across illy came from renewable sources, and even reached 100% in their Italian offices. This is just one of many steps that illy has taken to reach net zero by 2033.