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May 10, 2023

How can coffee professionals use technology to comply with new EU deforestation regulations?

September 27, 2022

How can technology support the future of coffee production?

September 26, 2022

Can you run a zero-waste coffee shop?

September 22, 2022

How much of the final price of a cup of coffee do farmers receive?

May 18, 2022

How has technology changed in the coffee industry over the last few years?

May 22, 2023

Can coffee shops make carbon-neutral espresso?

It’s hard to ignore the impact that demand for more sustainable coffee is having on the wider industry. From producers to roasters to coffee shop owners, more and more industry professionals are looking for new and innovative ways to reduce their environmental footprint. Much of the focus on sustainability is with coffee production and export. However, there is also a growing number of coffee shops which are looking for ways… read more

It’s hard to ignore the impact that demand for more sustainable coffee is having on the wider industry. From producers to roasters to coffee shop owners, more and more industry professionals are looking for new and innovative ways to reduce… read more

May 22, 2023

Can coffee shops make carbon-neutral espresso?

It’s hard to ignore the impact that demand for more sustainable coffee is having on the wider industry. From producers to roasters to coffee shop...

May 10, 2023

How can coffee professionals use technology to comply with new EU deforestation regulations?

Among the many sustainability issues in global agriculture, deforestation is one of the most prominent – including in coffee production. Experts estimate that large-scale agriculture...

September 27, 2022

How can technology support the future of coffee production?

Technology has played a key role in the coffee industry for decades. Producers, traders, roasters, baristas, and consumers are all becoming more reliant on technology,...

September 26, 2022

Can you run a zero-waste coffee shop?

At every level of the coffee supply chain, sustainability is a pressing issue. And while many initiatives focus on reducing the environmental impact of coffee...

September 22, 2022

How much of the final price of a cup of coffee do farmers receive?

Over the past year or so, coffee prices have been steadily increasing. The first sign that prices would increase was a sudden frost which hit...

May 18, 2022

How has technology changed in the coffee industry over the last few years?

The third wave of coffee is synonymous with a focus on the craft of producing, roasting, and brewing great coffee. Generally speaking, third wave coffee...

February 28, 2022

Can coffee capsules be sustainable?

There’s no denying the immense popularity of coffee capsules and pods across the world. Research organisation Mordor Intelligence estimated the global market was valued at...

October 14, 2021

How to host a sustainable latte art throwdown

In recent years, latte art throwdowns have become a staple of the coffee sector, allowing baristas and coffee enthusiasts to celebrate one of the more...

September 27, 2021

Carbon insetting in the coffee supply chain

The discussion about how climate change is affecting the coffee sector has been ongoing for some time. Rising temperatures and erratic weather patterns are already...

September 1, 2021

Growing sustainability in the coffee supply chain

In recent years, sustainability has become something of a buzzword. In some cases, it’s easy to argue that this has caused its meaning and weight...

July 5, 2021

Understanding carbon-neutral coffee production

Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important topic for businesses around the world, including those in the coffee sector. A 2021 report by the NCA found...

June 22, 2021

Why is recycling single-use coffee cups so difficult?

Disposable coffee cups are a staple in coffee shops around the world. They are affordable for businesses and convenient for customers. But with only 1...

April 22, 2021

A study: Minimising the carbon footprint of organic coffee production

For businesses all around the world, the push to be carbon-neutral continues to be a huge priority. The coffee sector is no exception. Climate change...

September 16, 2020

What Happens To Coffee Grounds After They’re Used?

We know that the coffee industry has an impact on the environment. Every step of the coffee supply chain, from growing and processing to shipping...

September 3, 2020

Three Ways To Cut Down On Coffee Waste At Home

Are you drinking more coffee at home? You’re not alone. Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, home coffee consumption has increased as coffee shop sales have gone...

September 2, 2020

How Sustainable Is Your Coffee Packaging?

Sustainability is a hot topic in both the specialty coffee and packaging industries. In 2018, the UN predicted that if consumption and waste management don’t...