Caffè Nero has published minimal environmental data and set no targets. A 100% green electricity switch in UK stores in 2024 is its strongest move. Scope 3 emissions are completely unreported, no net-zero commitment exists, and transparency is below industry expectation for a £626M business with 1,150 stores.
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SINK = (0.3 × Base + 0.7 × Performance) × ScaleStrongest on Controversies & Red Flags and Energy Source (9/10, 5/10). Weakest on Transparency & Accountability and Targets & Commitments (1/10, 1/10).
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Among the 46 major food service / restaurants brands we've scored, Caffè Nero sits 24th of 46.
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Caffè Nero is a UK-based coffee chain operating 1,150 stores across 11 countries with approximately 11,000 employees and £626M annual revenue. Founded in 1997, the company roasts coffee at its Battersea facility and sources from multiple origins including Nicaragua and South America. It is privately held and primarily operates company-owned and franchised coffee shops.
Same sector; Starbucks publishes detailed Scope 1, 2, 3 data and SBTi targets since 2015.
View breakdown →Direct competitor; Costa has joined cup recycling scheme with Caffè Nero; comparable scale and exposure.
View breakdown →UK food service peer; similar store footprint and supply chain complexity; better transparency baseline.
View breakdown →UK private food company; publishes annual sustainability report and science-based targets despite private status.
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