Starbucks has a longstanding commitment to improving the sustainability and longevity of coffee production, specifically prioritizing making coffee the world’s first sustainable product. As a founding member of the Sustainable Coffee Challenge, Starbucks has been an industry leader in helping farmers overcome the challenges facing coffee communities, purchasing ethically sourced coffee and ensuring the long-term supply of high-quality coffee. To date, Starbucks has invested over $150 million to support coffee communities, improve the resilience of coffee chains and ensure a long-term supply of high-quality coffee for the industry.

Statement of support

“The Sustainable Coffee Challenge provides an unprecedented opportunity to join with others, share what we’re learning and ensure all coffee is sustainably sourced worldwide. Starbucks is not only proud to be a founding member of the Challenge but is also highly energized by the incredible momentum to invest in lasting solutions for coffee communities.” Kelly Goodejohn, VP, Global Coffee Sustainability and Education, Starbucks