Port International, a family-run fruit and vegetable trading company based near the Port of Hamburg, has been offering carbon-neutral products under the BE CLIMATE brand for several years. The company first introduced carbon-neutral strawberries in 2017 and has since expanded the range to include bananas, blueberries, leaf clementines, and green asparagus.
Port International works with ClimatePartner to calculate the carbon footprint of its products and offset the emissions through support for two carbon offset projects: a project for clean drinking water in Cambodia and a forest conservation project in Peru. Consumers can identify and track the carbon offset of carbon-neutral products through a label and QR code in retail stores. Port International plans to extend its carbon-neutral premium brand to all areas of its product range in the future.
Carbon-Neutral Fruits
Port International Offers a Variety of Zero-Carbon Fruits and Vegetables
Trend Themes
1. Carbon-neutral Products - More companies are likely to follow suit in offering carbon-neutral products as consumers demand sustainable options.
2. Carbon Footprint Calculation - Carbon footprint calculation and offsetting services will become increasingly in demand for companies looking to reduce their environmental impact.
3. Eco-friendly Packaging - Companies may begin exploring the use of eco-friendly packaging options to further reduce their environmental impact.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Food and beverage companies have the opportunity to cater to the growing demand for sustainable products by offering carbon-neutral and eco-friendly options.
2. Logistics and Transportation - Logistics and transportation businesses can reduce their carbon footprint by implementing sustainable practices throughout the supply chain, complementing the efforts of product manufacturers.
3. Environmental Consulting - Environmental consulting firms can offer their services to help companies measure and reduce their environmental impact through carbon footprint calculations and offsetting strategies.