Mondelez Achieves 100% Cocoa Sourcing, 60% of 35% Emissions Reduction Target
Mondelez International achieved 100% sustainable cocoa sourcing through Cocoa Life and reached ~60% of its 2030 goal to reduce end-to-end CO2e emissions by 35%, while progressing ~75% toward its 2030 recycled plastic content target. The company surpassed an 18% decrease in water usage at priority sites versus a 2018 baseline.
1. Cocoa Life Program Achievements
In 2025 Mondelēz scaled its Cocoa Life program to cover 100% of cocoa volume for its chocolate portfolio, engaging over 257,000 farmers to improve livelihoods and restore forests. The enterprise-wide sourcing strategy now emphasizes geographic diversification, lab-grown cocoa partnerships, and predictive crop forecasting to bolster long-term supply resilience.
2. Progress on Climate and Water Targets
The company has achieved approximately 60% of its objective to cut end-to-end CO2e emissions by 35% from a 2018 baseline, marking significant climate action progress. Additionally, priority production sites realized an 18% reduction in absolute water usage versus 2018 levels, surpassing the 10% target set for 2025.
3. Packaging Innovation and Collaboration
Mondelēz introduced recycled content packaging for Cadbury in Australia, advancing roughly 75% toward its 2030 recycled plastic content goal. The firm also joined The 100+ Accelerator to support eco-entrepreneurs, reinforcing its commitment to circular economy solutions and environmental impact investing.