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Resolving environmental issues in coffee production

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A 2021 study from University College London found that after the export of coffee, production was responsible for the second-highest total volume of carbon emissions across the supply chain. While some modern roasters now include built-in air recycling systems, older models typically emit these gases into the atmosphere.

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Coffee News Recap, 25 Mar: World of Coffee 2022 moves to Milan, Nespresso files lawsuit against Peet’s & other stories

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In early 2021, Cajary Majlis joined the DMCC Coffee Centre to export coffee from Mutombo’s home country of the Democratic Republic of Congo to Dubai. South Korea’s coffee imports increase 24% in 2021. Brazil’s 2022/23 coffee production figures estimated to increase by 8% on 2021/22 harvest. Wed, 23 Mar.

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Coffee News Recap, 30 Sep: SCA announces 2022 WBC and WBrC winners at MICE, new study links daily coffee consumption with increased longevity & other stories

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revenue growth in 2021, bolstered by rising Nespresso sales. Total 2021 revenue for the UK branch of the multinational was £1.93 The Dubai roaster says the partnership will reduce the environmental impact of its coffee shops, mainly through recycling used coffee grounds. Nestlé UK reports 13.2% billion (US $2.86

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Coffee News Recap, 10 Jun: Arabica prices hit 3-month high after drought predicted in Brazil, Pergamino to host Barista Jam at PRF Colombia & other stories

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Peet’s Coffee achieves 100% responsibly sourced coffee certification. The certification was verified by third-party non-profit Enveritas. Westrock Coffee announces 20% net sales increase on 2021 first quarter. Total international sales increased 12% on 2021, largely driven by rising demand for coffee products.

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Coffee News Recap, 1 Apr: Research finds coffee may increase life expectancy, ICO supports producer living wage programme & other stories

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Italy initially submitted an application in 2021, but this was denied as two different agencies filed simultaneously. The vote in April 2021 resulted in a 99-99 tie, but after an initial review from the NLRB, the vote was declared 106-99 in favour of unionising. Finnish brand Rens produces hoodies made using recycled coffee grounds.

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Coffee News Recap, 8 Apr: Coffee prices fall after increasing in 17 consecutive months, ICO drafts new International Coffee Agreement & other stories

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The 2018 Slovakian Coffee in Good Spirits champion also placed second in the 2021 Coffee Masters. The company plans to combine with Riverview Acquisition Corp, which raised US $250 million through an IPO in August 2021. Fairtrade launched its first Living Income Reference Price in 2021 for Colombian farmers. Rastislav Kasa?r

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How to find sustainable specialty coffee shops and roasters

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A 2021 study from University College London found that after the export of coffee, production was responsible for the second-highest total volume of carbon emissions across the supply chain. These range from having B Corp certifications to paying baristas a living wage to using Heylo’s energy-efficient modular espresso machines. “We