Climate Change’s Impact on Coffee

Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall patterns, and extreme weather events are all making it more difficult and expensive to grow coffee.

Here is some of the latest coffee and climate news:

• New study finds that climate change could reduce the land suitable for growing coffee by up to 50% by 2050. (Perfect Daily Grind)
• Coffee industry leaders call for action to address climate change. (Coffee Review)
• Coffee farmers in developing countries are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. (Reuters)
• A number of coffee companies are investing in climate adaptation and mitigation measures. (National Public Radio)
• Consumers can help to support sustainable coffee production by buying coffee from companies that are committed to climate action. (The New York Times)

What can consumers do?

Consumers can help to support sustainable coffee production by buying coffee from companies that are committed to climate action. This means looking for coffee that is certified by organizations such as Fairtrade International or Rainforest Alliance, which have strict environmental standards. Consumers can also support coffee companies that are investing in climate adaptation and mitigation measures, such as planting shade trees on coffee farms or using solar power to process coffee beans.

Conclusion

Climate change is a serious threat to the coffee industry, but there are things that consumers can do to help. By buying coffee from companies that are committed to climate action, consumers can support sustainable coffee production and help to protect the future of coffee.