2025 Impact Awards Winner: &Back Coffee

Sustainability is at the heart of &Back Coffee and the foundation of everything it does. 

From day one, it set out to build a sustainable company that delivers exceptional coffee, while creating long-term positive impact. 

Its deep commitment to both people and the planet formed its view of sustainability. 

What that means to the company is creating regenerative systems that drive social, environmental and economic value. 

To bring the vision to life, it takes a three-pronged approach—responsible sourcing, planet-friendly practices and giving back to coffee-growing communities. 

It takes measures like sourcing Arabica coffee from Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance certified cooperatives, ensuring that farmers are paid fairly and work in safe conditions. 

Environmental sustainability is deeply integrated into its operations. 

As members of 1% for the Planet, a portion of its top-line revenue is donated to conservation and reforestation projects in coffee-growing regions. 

One of its most unique sustainability initiatives is the Melipona bee project in Ecuador, aimed at improving biodiversity and increasing coffee quality and yields. 

In addition, &Back Coffee uses sustainable packaging that safely breaks down in compost, soil, water and landfills without light, oxygen, or heat. 

Looking ahead, &Back Coffee will continue to invest in planet-positive initiatives.