Doral, Fla.-based J&C Tropicals is committing to a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.
J&C Tropicals announced its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction target as part of the company’s long-term commitment to sustainability, according to a news release.
Using 2023 as the baseline year, J&C Tropicals has pledged to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by the year 2030, the release said. In addition to Scope 1 and 2, the company will actively track, monitor, and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass emissions generated through its supply chain and other indirect sources.
As the GHG emissions reduction program continues, J&C Tropicals is committed to following best practices set by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its climate goals are aligned with global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C.
“This 50% reduction target represents a crucial milestone in our sustainability journey and displays our dedication to environmental stewardship and responsible business practices,” Alexina Prather, sustainability and compliance manager, said in the release. “We are committed to reducing emissions throughout our operations and working closely with our partners to ensure a cleaner, more sustainable future.”
To kickstart the emission reduction initiatives, J&C Tropicals recently launched a composting program in collaboration with Compost for Life (compostforlifemiami.com) Through this partnership, the company’s organic waste is transformed into nutrient-dense compost and directly connected to local farms, fostering a circular economy and promoting sustainable agricultural practices, the release said. Compost for Life is recognized as a leader in composting and since October 2020 has successfully diverted more than 3.6 million pounds of organic waste from landfills in South Florida.
“Since 2021, we have invested heavily to better understand, prepare, and position ourselves as a leader in sustainability,” Jessie Capote, CEO of J&C Tropicals, said in the release. “We owe that to ourselves, partners, suppliers, and farmers. We are excited to partner with Compost for Life. This is a testament to our unwavering commitment to educate ourselves, our partners, and our neighbors for a more sustainable future together.”
