01/12/24
ECOM's Green Meter
Recognizing the need for primary carbon emissions data, ECOM has developed Green Meter, a bespoke carbon calculator for coffee, cocoa, and cotton supply chains. This tool, now officially reviewed by SustainCERT and aligned with the GHG Protocol’s Land Sector and Removals draft Guidance, provides robust estimates of carbon emissions and removals.
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Click to read this articleKeeping bees for better coffee
In Brazil, ECOM initiated our SMS Bee Project, in partnership with Nespresso and CarmoCoffees to encourage coffee farmers to become beekeepers given that bees play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity and food security, while also enhancing coffee production.
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Click to read this articleWeeding out problem plants
Weeds can be a real problem for coffee farmers. Those with deep root systems compete with coffee trees for nutrients, reducing yields. However, weeds with shallow roots can help with water and nutrient retention and by increasing soil microbial diversity, which can help lead to higher yields for farmers.