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McCabe's Coffee - Gold Member Case Study

McCabe's Coffee Ltd, founded in 1997, is an award-winning specialty coffee roaster based in Co. Wicklow. The company is dedicated to sustainable and ethical coffee production, sourcing organic beans, and investing in eco-friendly projects like solar panels and electric vehicles. Their commitment to reducing their carbon footprint includes initiatives such as tree planting.

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Sustainability Achievements

In 2023, McCabe’s Coffee Ltd exceeded their tree planting target by more than 100%, showcasing their strong commitment to sustainability.

  • Targets Reported: Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Certification, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Biodiversity, and Employee Wellbeing.
  • Exemplary Targets: Raw Materials Certification, Packaging, and Biodiversity.
  • Awarded Gold Membership: 2024
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In 2023, McCabe’s Coffee Ltd made significant strides in environmental sustainability. The company increased the number of trees planted from 2,400 trees in 2022 to 2,846 trees in 2023, exceeding their milestone target by more than 100%. The company engaged with tree planting organisations monthly, demonstrating ongoing dedication to their initiatives. In addition to surpassing their milestone, the company introduced two biodiversity projects, doubling expectations.

McCabe’s Coffee Ltd also launched the "1% for the Planet" initiative, committing 1% of annual sales to global climate-positive efforts. Locally, they contributed to Hometree and supported a solar project in India through donations to Gold Standard, thus reducing reliance on fossil fuels within their supply chain. These actions highlight McCabe’s Coffee Ltd’s  holistic commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. 

 

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