- Global supply chain disruptions affecting traceability data.
- Rising fertilizer costs in Brazil.
- Criminal activity impacting coffee farms in El Salvador.
- Inflation and socio-political situation in Peru affecting coffee growers.
Farmer Brothers
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Farmer Brothers disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 188.8K Metric Tons CO2 eq (reduction from 2018). By scope: Scope 1: 18.9K kg CO2e; Scope 2: 0 kg CO2e; Scope 3: 491.3K kg CO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
188.8K Metric Tons CO2 eq (reduction from 2018)
2022
Renewable Energy
100% of electricity usage offset by renewable energy credits
of total energy
Water Usage
55.55 ML withdrawn, 24.44 ML consumed
2022
Waste
1.5K tons to landfill 5711 tons diverted
2022
Energy Use
350.22 TJ
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 18.9K kg CO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 0 kg CO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 491.3K kg CO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 188.8K Metric Tons CO2 eq (reduction from 2018) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions by 27% from 2018 baseline (Scope 1, 2, and 3).
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 39% from 2018 baseline.
- Reduced Scope 3 emissions by 26% from 2018 baseline.
- Increased waste diversion from landfill to 79%.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce absolute emissions by 30% by 2025.
- Achieve 90% waste diversion from landfill by 2025.
- 100% responsibly sourced coffee by 2025.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeWaste ReductionResponsible SourcingCommunity EngagementEmployee Well-beingSupplier Sustainability