Level of ambition: STI Leader
Pledge 1
Pledge 2
Pledge 3
Pledge 4
Pledge 5
Scope of pledges
Programme status. Each participant carries a programme status that reflects the overall progress of its commitments: Engaged (commitments taken, work starting), Shaper (concrete measures under way), Leader (ambitious commitments largely delivered), Champion (the highest level, all commitments achieved and renewed). This status evolves over time.
Pledge levels. Every pledge is classified by ambition level, from 1 to 3, shown as dots next to its thematic. Level 1: a first, foundational commitment. Level 2: a concrete, measurable action with a defined target and timeline. Level 3: the most ambitious commitment, structural and verified against recognised standards.
Progress. Each pledge shows its progress: In progress (work under way within the agreed timeline), Achieved (target reached and validated), Delayed (timeline extended). Alumni companies keep their last recorded pledges and levels.
Nespresso is a world-renowned company in the high-quality portioned coffee market with a robust recycling system for its aluminium capsules. The Swiss company works with more than 140,000 coffee farmers in 18 countries through its AAA Sustainable Quality program to integrate sustainable practices into their farms and surrounding landscapes. Launched in 2003 in collaboration with the Rainforest Alliance, the program helps improve crop yields and quality, ensuring a sustainable supply of high-quality coffee while improving the livelihoods of farmers and their communities. In recognition of its many commitments, Nespresso was certified B Corp in 2022.
| # | Pledge | Thematic · Level | Progress | SDGs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | By 2025, we increase the used aluminium capsules collection rate to 70 % for the Swiss Aluminium Capsule Recycling members (sold to households), compared to 63% in 2022.*
* Through Swiss Aluminium Capsule Recycling, we engage the aluminium capsule coffee sector to commit to this goal, going beyond the Nespresso scope.
Swiss Aluminium Capsule Recycling members in 2022 : Nespresso Switzerland, Delica (Café Royal), Nestlé Switzerland (Starbucks by Nespresso) and Tchibo.
link to global circular economy goal. |
EnvironmentLevel 3 | In progress | 12 · 13 · 17 · 4 |
| 2 | By 2025, we reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 20 % on the Swiss market sphere of influence, compared to 2021.*
* Contributing to Nespresso Global’s commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) (https://sciencebasedtargets.org/companies-taking-action#table).
Market sphere of influence means Market overheads, Purchased services, Capsules distribution, Machine sales (production, distribution, maintenance, end-of-life), Accessories sales (production, distribution, end-of-life), Capsules & Packaging end-of-life.
link to global Net Zero goal. |
ClimateLevel 3 | In progress | 13 |
| 3 | By 2023 and every year after, we use 100 % of our electricity from renewable sources for all of our Swiss market related activities.*
* Swiss market related activities include marketing, distribution, manufacture and production activities.
link to global Net Zero goal. |
EnvironmentLevel 2 | In progress | 13 · 7 |
| 4 | By 2024, at least 40 % of both genders are represented in management functions, compared to 35 % in 2022, with the longer-term goal of parity. |
Fair Work & Internal EngagementLevel 2 | In progress | 5 · 8 |
| 5 | Regarding the Nespresso coffee value chain, please refer to our global goals
By 2030, we aim that 95 % of our green coffee volume will be rated bronze on the Rainforest Alliance Regenerative Coffee Scorecard, out of which 70 % will be rated gold.
By 2030, we aim that all AAA smallholder farmers receive the Living Income Reference Price (LIRP).*
* In origins where the LIRP has been established by Fairtrade International and the majority of AAA coffee farmers are smallholders. |
Human RightsLevel 3 | In progress | 1 · 5 · 6 · 8 |
Level 1–3: ambition of each pledge (1 = foundational, 3 = most ambitious). The programme status (STI Engaged → Shaper → Leader → Champion) reflects overall progress. SDGs = UN Sustainable Development Goals. Full explanation on the online profile.
