Amavida Coffee and Trading Company
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2024)
Reporting Period: 2020-2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:342 tCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:100%
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Governance
- Workers
- Community
- Environment
- Customers
Environmental Achievements
- Measured and offset company-wide CO2 emissions (342 tCO2 including Scope 1, 2 and 3) via Taking Root.
- All electrical energy use is powered by wind energy via Arcadia Power.
- Certified Plastic Neutral (funded recovery and reclamation of 16,788 lbs. of plastic)
- Over 14.5 metric tons of materials recycled and prevented from landfill or oceans.
Social Achievements
- All employees earn a living wage.
- Each employee spends 20+ hours on training a year, on average.
- Offers incentives to participate in health and wellness activities.
- Donations totaled $13,017 in 2020 to various non-profits.
- 52% of spending was with local suppliers in 2020.
Governance Achievements
- Certified B Corp and Florida Benefit Corporation.
- Measures and reports social and environmental performance since 2014.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Improve employee benefits (e.g., 401k) and satisfaction
- Continue to improve supply alignment and strengthen procurement practices
- Take steps to attain and implement on-site solar power
- Explore water conservation and waste management opportunities
- Find more friendly packaging solutions and work to reduce material needs
Environmental Challenges
- Not disclosed
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Preference is given to sourcing from ethical, independent, local organizations, and that are from underserved communities.
- More than 75% of the materials and products Amavida purchases have third-party social or environmental certifications or are from suppliers with a similar company level certification.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: B Corp
Certifications: B Corp, Plastic Neutral
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2021-2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:342 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:100% (electricity)
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Sustainability
- Social Responsibility
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- 100% Carbon Responsible: Measured and offset company-wide CO2 emissions (342 tCO2 including Scope 1, 2 and 3) via Taking Root.
- Certified Plastic Neutral: Funded recovery and reclamation of 17,184 lbs. of plastic.
- Over 14.5 metric tons of materials recycled and prevented from landfill or oceans.
- All electrical energy use is powered by wind energy via Arcadia Power.
- Complete installation of on-site solar at Amavida’s roaster, distribution center and premier training campus.
Social Achievements
- Introduced 401(k) benefit for full-time team members.
- Average employee spends 20+ hours on training a year.
- Wellness programs including health risk assessments, bonus program, free fruits and veggies, and counseling support.
- Paid Time Off and 20 hours of Paid Volunteer Service Time offered to full-time employees.
- Donations totaled $20,389 in 2021 to various non-profits.
- Over 35% of spending was with local suppliers in 2021.
- More than 74% of materials and products have third-party social or environmental certifications.
Governance Achievements
- Amavida is a Certified B Corp and Florida Benefit Corporation.
- Commitment to ethical business practices and unconditional satisfaction guarantee.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Navigating inflation, staffing, and supply chain challenges.
- Managing cash flow and maintaining financial health.
Mitigation Strategies
- Focusing inward on employee well-being and professional development.
- Continuously improving supply alignment and procurement practices.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Preference given to ethical, independent, local organizations, and those from underserved communities.
- Over 74% of materials and products have third-party social or environmental certifications.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: B Corp Impact Assessment
Certifications: Certified B Corp
Reporting Period: 2022-2024
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:330 tCO2e (2023)
Renewable Energy Share:100% (excluding Birmingham)
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Sustainability
- Social Responsibility
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- 100% carbon responsible: Measured and offset company-wide CO2 emissions (429 tCO2 in 2021, 502 in 2022, and 330 in 2023; including Scope 1, 2 and 3) via investment in agronomy work with On the Ground Global.
- Certified Plastic Neutral: Funded recovery and reclamation of an equal amount of plastic (26,130 lbs. in 2022 and 24,271 lbs. in 2023) as used in our products and workplace.
- All electrical energy use powered by wind energy (except Birmingham location).
Social Achievements
- Donations totaled over $22k in 2022 and more than $26k in 2023!
- Over 35% of spending in 2022 was with local suppliers.
- More than 74% of materials and products purchased have third-party social or environmental certifications.
- Average employee training: 20+ hours/year.
- Wellness programs offered (health risk assessments, health and wellness activities, free fruits and vegetables, counseling support).
Governance Achievements
- Achieved B Corp certification (May 2023).
- Began banking with Climate First Bank.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Inflation
- Staffing
- Supply chain management
- Managing cash flow changes with impact partners
Mitigation Strategies
- Managing cash flow changes with impact partners (e.g., Taking Root and Arcadia Power)
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Preference given to ethical, independent, local organizations, and those from underserved communities.
- More than 74% of materials and products have third-party social or environmental certifications.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: B Corp Impact Assessment (BIA)
Certifications: B Corp