Declaration of CO2 values

related to the transportation, storage and distribution of organic fruit

The Nature & More Foundation publishes consumer relevant background information related to organic products. In this context we report on the growers’ engagement for the environment and the people. 

 

Since the primary human source of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere is from the burning of fossil fuels for energy production and transport, one of our partner organizations, Eosta B.V. has committed itself to compensate CO2 emissions for all its organic products over time. 

 

As a first step, Eosta has calculated the overall CO2 emissions from the farmgate to a retail store in central Germany (Kassel) to inform consumers about the ecological footprint of its products. This calculation comprises general data for ocean freight, road transport, (cold) storage and local distribution. The values published on this website do not include CO2 contamination from agricultural production or from private transport by consumers. In this context it is interesting to note that the CO2 output from South America averages 160 grams per kg fruit, while the CO2 output of an average car is 190 gram per kilometer. 

 

Continuing from here, Eosta B.V. has recently conducted a full-life-cycle carbon assessment for some selected products, including all primary and secondary carbon emissions related to transport, storage and distribution, as well as agricultural production of these products. This calculation has been certified by TÜV Nord and the CO2 contamination has been compensated for by purchasing carbon credits, generated from emission-reduction projects carried out by organic growers.