Transparency, accountability, and measurable progress in our journey toward a circular, carbon-neutral future. This report covers all Cup Source operations, supply chain partners, and product lifecycle impact.
We source materials from certified, traceable suppliers and prioritize recycled, compostable, and sustainably managed inputs.
Every material in our supply chain is sourced from audited suppliers who meet our Environmental Stewardship Standards. We maintain full traceability from raw material to finished product.
We measure, report, and reduce emissions across all three scopes in alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
On-site combustion from manufacturing facilities, company-owned vehicles, and heating systems.
Purchased electricity, steam, and heating consumed at our operations and warehouses.
Upstream supplier emissions, product transport, end-of-life processing, and business travel.
Total operational carbon footprint: 26,660 tCO₂e — down 28% from the 2020 baseline.
SBTi validation pending for Q2 2025. All calculations follow the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard.
Our circular economy initiatives focus on eliminating waste, enabling recyclability, and designing for end-of-life recovery.
78% of our product catalog is now recyclable in municipal systems. We label every product with clear disposal instructions.
24 product SKUs are certified industrially compostable (EN 13432 / ASTM D6400), decomposing within 90 days.
Production off-cuts and defective items are processed into recycled pulp for secondary product lines.
We monitor and reduce water usage across all production sites, with a focus on high-risk watersheds.
Total freshwater withdrawal in 2024 was 2.4 million cubic meters, a 24% reduction in water intensity compared to our 2020 baseline (liters per unit produced). All discharge water is treated to meet or exceed local regulatory standards.
Key achievements that mark our progress toward a more sustainable future.
Introduced our first fully compostable cold cup made from sugarcane bagasse, meeting EN 13432 certification standards.
Completed installation of a 420 kW solar canopy generating 18% of the facility's annual electricity demand.
Majority of our supply chain partners signed and passed audits under our updated Environmental Stewardship Standards.
All paper cup linings and food-contact coatings are now certified PFAS-free across our entire product range.
Planted 12,000 trees across 5 countries as part of our carbon offset and biodiversity program.
Achieved limited assurance from Deloitte for all disclosed environmental and social metrics.
Our products and operations are independently certified against globally recognized sustainability and quality standards.
All virgin fiber sourced from responsibly managed forests. Chain of Custody verified.
Environmental Management System certified across all manufacturing facilities.
Quality Management System ensuring consistent product quality and customer satisfaction.
Compostable product lines certified to the European standard for biodegradability and compostability.
Science Based Targets initiative — our reduction targets align with 1.5°C pathway.
All food-contact products meet US FDA and EU LFGB food safety regulations.
Ambitious, measurable targets that will guide our operations, product design, and supply chain decisions for the decade ahead.
Achieve net-zero operational emissions through renewable energy transition, efficiency upgrades, and verified offsets for residual emissions.
Every SKU in our catalog will be designed for end-of-life recovery through recycling or industrial composting pathways.
Integrate recycled materials into at least half of all raw materials used, driving demand for circular material markets.
Power every facility, warehouse, and office with 100% renewable electricity through on-site generation and green tariffs.
Collaborate with suppliers, logistics partners, and customers to halve value-chain emissions from the 2020 baseline.
Achieve and maintain zero waste-to-landfill certification across all 12 global manufacturing and logistics sites.
Access the complete 86-page Sustainability Report 2024–2025, including detailed data tables, methodology notes, and the independent assurance statement.
People & Communities
Our commitment extends beyond environmental stewardship to the people who make our products and the communities we serve.
Safe & Fair Workplaces
Zero lost-time injuries across all manufacturing facilities. All sites comply with ILO Core Conventions and undergo annual audits.
Employee Development
100% of employees received sustainability training. 4,200 hours of upskilling invested across operations teams.
Community Investment
$280K invested in local reforestation, clean water access, and educational programs in supplier communities.