Climate Actions | Sustainability | Nespresso Canada

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Caring for the Climate

We’re using the power of coffee to regenerate land, restore healthy ecosystems, and build resilience against the impact of climate change.

How Do We Plan to Achieve Our Ambitions?

We’re working through the entire lifecycle of each cup of coffee in order to reduce its carbon footprint and help us reach our goals. To achieve net-zero, we’re committed to reforestation, recycling, and utilizing recycled materials, as well as moving towards fully renewable energy sources and working with our supply chain partners to reduce carbon emissions.


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Eco design coffee system

Our system is designed to use a precise consumption of water, coffee, and energy for each cup of coffee.

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Recycling program

We offer a free, dedicated recycling program and encourage our consumers to recycle their used capsules so that the aluminum can be given a second life and the coffee grounds can be repurposed.

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Responsible transportation

Our green beans travel from their countries of origin by boat and rail to our production centres in Switzerland.

 

 

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Responsible production

Our production centres are powered by 100% certified renewable electricity.

10 million

Trees planted globally by Nespresso and its partners in the AAA program landscape.

114,000

Trees have been planted in Canada thanks to our partnership with Tree Canada. This donation will support its National Greening Program which seeks to regreen areas in need of reforestation or afforestation, thereby contributing to cleaner air and waterways.

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How Do I Recycle My Capsules?

Our capsules are made from aluminum that can be recycle again and again 1. Recycling your used capsules allows the aluminium to receive a second life and the coffee grounds to be repurposed. See which simple recycling solution is available in your area.

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  1. Despite the melt loss, the metal properties are unchanged and it can be recycled repeatedly.