Chiquita to receive science based target initiative approval for â30BY30â sustainability program
Earlier this year, Chiquita announced its â30BY30â sustainability program, a major program aiming to reduce carbon emissions across brand operations by 30 percent by the end of 2030. After a thorough review process, the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi) has approved Chiquitaâs â30BY30â sustainability program and aggressive climate target goals, making Chiquita the first global fruit company to be recognized by SBTi. The SBTi organization defines best practices in a science-based targeting setting and is responsible for validating and measuring the brandâs progress according to a set of strict criteria.
Chiquita introduces carbon reduction program
Chiquita has launched “30BY30,” a program to reduce carbon emissions in its operations by 30 percent by the end of 2030.
This initiative has been submitted to the SBTi (Science Based Target Initiative). The SBTi will be responsible for measuring and reporting on Chiquita’s progress. Chiquita is also proud to have its goals and progress independently checked and verified by the SBTi.
In early 2020, Chiquita commissioned a Carbon Footprint Study to identify the key areas of focus for carbon emission reduction in line with the Treaty of Paris. This paved the way to engage with the SBTi to ensure an independent review of the brand’s stated goals and progress. Chiquita feels progress against its goals (or indeed any shortfall) should be monitored.