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Excellence and Sustainability<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Our objective is to establish IGC as the most efficient supplier of instant coffee and related products in the global market. To achieve this goal, in addition to constantly investing in the improvement of our processes and the evolution of our business, management encourages and promotes the engagement of all employees in initiatives and practices aimed at sustainability.<\/p>\n

With an eye to the future, IGC has been reformulating and strengthening its sustainability strategy, expanding the integration of responsible practices into its operations and the coffee value chain.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=”” el_class=”title-green”]\n

Focus on the Essentials<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]With the definition of its materiality in sustainability, IGC reinforces its commitment to the sustainable management of its business, contributing to responsible development and the generation of long-term value for its stakeholders.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”View IGC+sustainable report” style=”flat” shape=”square” size=”lg” align=”center” css=”” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Figuacu.com.br%2Fen%2Fpdf%2Fsustainable|title:Empresa|target:_blank” el_class=”btn-secondary”][vc_btn title=”Download IGC+ Sustainable Report” style=”flat” shape=”square” size=”lg” align=”center” css=”” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Figuacu.com.br%2Fen%2Fpdf%2Fsustainable%2Fpdf.pdf|title:Empresa|target:_blank” el_class=”btn-secondary”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”top” css=”.vc_custom_1778084468396{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/5″][vc_btn title=”Climate Commitment” style=”flat” shape=”square” align=”center” css=”” button_block=”true” link=”url:%23clima|title:Empresa” el_class=”btn-padrao”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/5″][vc_btn title=”Water Resources” style=”flat” shape=”square” align=”center” css=”” button_block=”true” link=”url:%23hidricos|title:Empresa” el_class=”btn-padrao”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/5″][vc_btn title=”Supply Chain” style=”flat” shape=”square” align=”center” css=”” button_block=”true” link=”url:%23suprimentos|title:Empresa” el_class=”btn-padrao”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/5″][vc_btn title=”Compliance” style=”flat” shape=”square” align=”center” css=”” button_block=”true” link=”url:%23integridade|title:Empresa” el_class=”btn-padrao”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/5″][vc_btn title=”Health and Safety” style=”flat” shape=”square” align=”center” css=”” button_block=”true” link=”url:%23seguranca|title:Empresa” el_class=”btn-padrao”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1779840411779{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;background: #96AC30 url(https:\/\/iguacu.com.br\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bg-green-sustentabilidade-igc.jpg?id=375) !important;background-position: 0 0 !important;background-repeat: repeat !important;}” el_class=”box-bg-repeat”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”txt-white”]Igua\u00e7u Soluble Coffee Company – IGC, one of the world’s largest soluble coffee manufacturers, maintains a continuous commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. Aligned with global best practices, IGC conducts its activities with the responsibility of contributing to a more balanced, resilient, and sustainable coffee industry.<\/p>\n

We seek to contribute more and more effectively to the sustainable development of the sector and to building a better future for the next generations.<\/p>\n

Adopting ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices is a fundamental component for the sustainability and competitiveness of businesses. In this context, IGC has been strengthening the integration of ESG principles into its operations and corporate strategy, seeking to generate sustainable value for the company, the coffee production chain, and society.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”368″ img_size=”full” alignment=”right” css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1777746899402{margin-top: 50px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”369″ img_size=”full” css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=”” el_class=”txt-green” el_id=”clima”]\n

1. Climate Commitment<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”txt-white”]With a commitment to mitigating the impacts of climate change, the organization maintains continuous practices for managing and reducing emissions. Among the main initiatives, the use of a biomass boiler stands out, which contributes to the replacement of fossil fuels with a renewable source, reducing the carbon intensity of operations.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1778366642581{margin-top: 50px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=”” el_class=”txt-green” el_id=”hidricos”]\n

2. Water Resources<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”txt-white”]IGC has achieved relevant reduction in specific water consumption. The performance is the result of the adoption of practices such as process optimization, water reuse, loss control and greater rigor in operational monitoring.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”370″ img_size=”full” alignment=”right” css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1777746899402{margin-top: 50px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”371″ img_size=”full” css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=”” el_class=”txt-green” el_id=”suprimentos”]\n

3. Sustainability in the Supply Chain<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”txt-white”]IGC adopts evaluation criteria in its supply chain, in the expectation that products and materials are purchased ethically, environmentally responsible and following applicable legislation.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1778366653831{margin-top: 50px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=”” el_class=”txt-green” el_id=”integridade”]\n

4. Commitment to Integrity and Compliance<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”txt-white”]IGC maintains high standards of corporate integrity and ethics, guiding its operations through the Ethics Book, the Compliance Manual and the Anti-Corruption Policy. These tools guide employees, suppliers, and partners to conduct their activities with transparency and responsibility.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”372″ img_size=”full” alignment=”right” css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1777746899402{margin-top: 50px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”373″ img_size=”full” css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=”” el_class=”txt-green” el_id=”seguranca”]\n

5. Occupational Safety and Health, Diversity and Inclusion, and Skills
\nDevelopment<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”txt-white”]IGC promotes a safe, healthy, inclusive and motivating work environment. Occupational safety and health programs are implemented to ensure the protection of all employees. The company values diversity, equity and inclusion, in addition to investing in training and skills development, strengthening the organizational culture and preparing the team for the challenges of the soluble coffee business.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1778366653831{margin-top: 50px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=”” el_class=”txt-green”]\n

Our commitment<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”txt-white”]IGC’s Management reaffirms its concern for sustainable development and continuously encourages its employees to improve sustainable practices, promoting consistent and measurable advances in its initiatives. In this context, IGC strategically integrates operational efficiency, technological innovation, and socio-environmental responsibility into its industrial processes, strengthening its commitment to excellence, regulatory compliance, and the generation of sustainable value for its stakeholders in the long term.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”374″ img_size=”full” alignment=”right” css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner gap=”30″ css=”.vc_custom_1779990584362{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}” el_class=”list-eco-sust”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fab fa-pagelines” color=”green” background_style=”rounded-outline” background_color=”green” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]\n

From 2023 to the present day, we have already planted:<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_progress_bar values=”%5B%7B%22label%22%3A%222.465%20native%20trees%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22100%22%7D%2C%7B%22label%22%3A%22350%20exotic%20trees%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22100%22%7D%5D” bgcolor=”bar_green” options=”animated” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-coins” color=”green” background_style=”rounded-outline” background_color=”green” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]\n
In 2023, investments were made in the modernization of the wastewater treatment plant:<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_progress_bar values=”%5B%7B%22label%22%3A%22R%24%2014.5%20million%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22100%22%7D%5D” bgcolor=”bar_green” options=”animated” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chart-bar” color=”green” background_style=”rounded-outline” background_color=”green” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]\n
We monitor the indicators, including atmospheric emissions, liquid effluents, and solid waste.<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_progress_bar values=”%5B%7B%22label%22%3A%2228%20Environmental%20Indicators%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22100%22%7D%5D” bgcolor=”bar_green” options=”animated” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner gap=”30″ css=”.vc_custom_1779990584362{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}” el_class=”list-eco-sust”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-solar-panel” color=”green” background_style=”rounded-outline” background_color=”green” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]\n
In June 2026, we used the following in our production process:<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_progress_bar values=”%5B%7B%22label%22%3A%2290%2C9%25%20of%20energy%20from%20sustainable%20sources%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22100%22%7D%5D” bgcolor=”bar_green” options=”animated” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”far fa-check-circle” color=”green” background_style=”rounded-outline” background_color=”green” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]\n
Our waste is sent to certified facilities:<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_progress_bar values=”%5B%7B%22label%22%3A%22100%25%20of%20the%20waste%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22100%22%7D%5D” bgcolor=”bar_green” options=”animated” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-seedling” color=”green” background_style=”rounded-outline” background_color=”green” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]\n
We provide farmers with an excellent source of fertilizer, free of charge.<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_progress_bar values=”%5B%7B%22label%22%3A%22812.000%20kg%20of%20ETE%20Blur%20and%20Biomass%20Ashes%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22100%22%7D%5D” bgcolor=”bar_green” options=”animated” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner gap=”30″ css=”.vc_custom_1779990584362{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 50px !important;}” el_class=”list-eco-sust”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-tint” color=”green” background_style=”rounded-outline” background_color=”green” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]\n
We treat the wastewater generated in our factory:<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_progress_bar values=”%5B%7B%22label%22%3A%22100%25%20of%20the%20Effluents%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22100%22%7D%5D” bgcolor=”bar_green” options=”animated” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-recycle” color=”green” background_style=”rounded-outline” background_color=”green” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]\n
In June 2026, we recycled waste, which was transformed into new items, thus preventing it from being sent to landfill:<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_progress_bar values=”%5B%7B%22label%22%3A%2284%2C335%20kg%20of%20waste%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22100%22%7D%5D” bgcolor=”bar_green” options=”animated” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-water” color=”green” background_style=”rounded-outline” background_color=”green” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]\n
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