Sustainability

WORKING FOR A SUSTAINABLE CHOCOLATE INDUSTRY

Powered by people, we build a responsible supply chain with long-term impact. As part of this commitment to forest conservation in the Peruvian Amazon, we have joined the:

BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE COCOA INDUSTRY

At Machu Picchu Foods, sustainability is more than a principle; it is the foundation of every step we take. From reducing our carbon footprint to driving development in cocoa-growing communities, we work closely with farmers, partners, and customers to achieve measurable impact.

Our focus includes:

  • Integrity and transparency at source.
  • Community development.
  • Climate action and emission reduction.
  • Organic agriculture.
Cocoa traceability

COCOA TRACEABILITY: BUILDING A TRANSPARENT VALUE CHAIN

Every chocolate tells a story of responsibility and quality.
Through a unique traceability system aligned with EUDR regulations and powered by GIS tools, we monitor every stage of cocoa—ensuring transparency and peace of mind for our partners.

+150

Geoliteracy-trained
collaborators

100%

Georeferenced
certified cacao

+10K

Geodata
number

Transparency from bean to bar in five steps

1. Geospatial
data

We use GIS tools to precisely map farm locations.

2. Deforestation
risk

We assess mapped data to identify deforestation risks.

3. Farm
selection

We choose farms that meet sustainability standards.

4. Purchase &
storage

We log cocoa purchases to ensure traceability.

5. Transport &
processing

Cocoa is tracked via barcode until final processing.

Social Sustainability ProJECTs

Empowering women, children, and communities.
Our projects across Peru provide education, training, and financial opportunities that strengthen cocoa-producing communities.

sustainability project woman farmer

Nuwa Muun means “great woman” in the Awajún language
The project empowers 25 women farmers in the central jungle by offering technical and financial support to enhance their productivity and quality of life.

Components:

  • Leadership and management training in agriculture and climate change.
  • Soil assessment and provision of inputs.
  • Agricultural fertilization and tailored technical support.

34%

Boost in productivity
compared to 2022

25

Female farmers from the organic program have
received benefits

259

Organic fertilizers
delivered

Wiñay means “to grow” or “to flourish” in the Quechua language
The project focuses on the holistic development of children in cocoa-producing communities by enhancing school infrastructure, thereby ensuring a lasting and sustainable impact.

Components:

  • Renovation of the school kitchen and supply of utensils.
  • Installation of school cafeteria and storage facilities.
  • Construction of a playground.

8

Schools benefited
since 2021

650

Children benefited by 2025

277

Farming families directly benefited

Ñawinchay means “to read” in the Quechua language.
The project enhances access to educational resources and environments that foster reading in schools located in cocoa-producing communities through community libraries.

Components:

  • Engagement of the educational community in library administration.
  • Establishment of a solar-powered library.
  • Advocacy for corporate volunteering among our collaborators.

+300

Children benefitted by 2025

2

Libraries implemented and equipped

95

Producer families directly benefitted

NUWA MUUN PROJECT


sustainability project woman farmer

Nuwa Muun means “great woman” in the Awajún language
The project empowers 25 women farmers in the central jungle by offering technical and financial support to enhance their productivity and quality of life.

Components:

  • Leadership and management training in agriculture and climate change.
  • Soil assessment and provision of inputs.
  • Agricultural fertilization and tailored technical support.

34%

Boost in productivity
compared to 2022

25

Female farmers from the organic program have
received benefits

259

Organic fertilizers
delivered

WIÑAY PROJECT


Wiñay means “to grow” or “to flourish” in the Quechua language
The project focuses on the holistic development of children in cocoa-producing communities by enhancing school infrastructure, thereby ensuring a lasting and sustainable impact.

Components:

  • Renovation of the school kitchen and supply of utensils.
  • Installation of school cafeteria and storage facilities.
  • Construction of a playground.

8

Schools benefited
since 2021

650

Children benefited by 2025

277

Farming families directly benefited

ÑAWINCHAY PROJECT


Ñawinchay means “to read” in the Quechua language.
The project enhances access to educational resources and environments that foster reading in schools located in cocoa-producing communities through community libraries.

Components:

  • Engagement of the educational community in library administration.
  • Establishment of a solar-powered library.
  • Advocacy for corporate volunteering among our collaborators.

+300

Children benefitted by 2025

2

Libraries implemented and equipped

95

Producer families directly benefitted

Enviromental Sustainability Projects

Protecting ecosystems and natural resources.
Our environmental efforts include reducing carbon footprints, responsible waste
management, and reforestation to promote climate resilience.

Clima PAISAJE Project

In partnership with the NGO Earthworm Foundation, it focuses on regenerative agriculture and ecosystem restoration in Ucayali. Sustainable landscape model.

30

Registered and georeferenced producers

1,495

Cultivated plants of 15 different species

caosacha project

CAOSACHA Project

The project aims to offset CO2 emissions and capture carbon on cocoa farms by employing sustainable techniques that mitigate environmental impact and promote biodiversity.

3,600

Farms will be evaluated to implement a reforestation plan that will cover approximately 9,600 hectares

crece agricultor project

CRECE AGRICULTOR Project

In partnership with Netafim, the Crece Agricultor project promotes the installation of technologically advanced irrigation systems on cocoa farms.

The project offers a three-year repayment period for the investment, allowing producers to increase productivity, optimize water use, and ensure the sustainability of their crops.

CLIMA PAISAJE PROJECT


Clima PAISAJE Project

In partnership with the NGO Earthworm Foundation, it focuses on regenerative agriculture and ecosystem restoration in Ucayali. Sustainable landscape model.

30

Registered and georeferenced producers

1,495

Cultivated plants of 15 different species

CAOSACHA PROJECT

caosacha project

CAOSACHA Project

The project aims to offset CO2 emissions and capture carbon on cocoa farms by employing sustainable techniques that mitigate environmental impact and promote biodiversity.

3,600

Farms will be evaluated to implement a reforestation plan that will cover approximately 9,600 hectares

CRECE AGRICULTOR PROJECT


crece agricultor project

CRECE AGRICULTOR Project

In partnership with Netafim, the Crece Agricultor project promotes the installation of technologically advanced irrigation systems on cocoa farms.

The project offers a three-year repayment period for the investment, allowing producers to increase productivity, optimize water use, and ensure the sustainability of their crops.

Sustainability Initiatives

Sustainable Sourcing & Certifications

Cocoa traceability

Latest REPORTS & Downloads

Stay informed with our annual reports and progress summaries.

Sustainability Policies & Statements

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LASTEST NEWS

Wiñay(ウィニャイ):カカオ生産コミュニティとともに成長する持続可能な教育
Wiñay(ウィニャイ):カカオ生産コミュニティとともに成長する持続可能な教育

Machu Picchu Foods では、持続可能な発展は教育から始まると信じています。この考えのもと、2021年にWiñayプロジェクトが誕生しました。本プロジェクトは、ペルーのカカオ生産コミュニティの成長を支援することを目的とした教育インフラ整備の取り組みです。 Wiñayは、ケチュア語で「成長する」を意味し、私たちのビジョンを表しています。それは、原産地域の未来を担う子どもたちの成長を支えながら、産地から価値を創出する持続可能なチョコレートモデルへの取り組みを強化していくというものです。   目的を持ったプロジェクト Wiñayは、カカオ生産コミュニティにおける学校食堂、学校厨房、遊び場などの重要な学校施設を改修することで、生活の質と教育環境を向上させることを主な目的として設立されました。 これらの活動は単に学校施設を改善するだけではありません。カカオ農家の福祉を最優先に考え、国際的なサステナビリティ基準に沿ったトレーサブルなサプライチェーンを支える倫理的調達システムへの私たちの取り組みにも合致しています。 長年にわたり、Wiñayは地域社会の発展を促進する取り組みとして定着してきました。2021年以降、私たちは以下を支援してきました。 8校の学校 650人の子どもたち 277世帯のカカオ農家家族 これにより、各学校はより安全で、より機能的で、より学習に適した環境へと生まれ変わりました。   […]

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Ñawinchay(ニャウィンチャイ):カカオ生産コミュニティにおける持続可能な教育
Ñawinchay(ニャウィンチャイ):カカオ生産コミュニティにおける持続可能な教育

Machu Picchu Foods では、サステナビリティはカカオから始まり、バリューチェーンのあらゆる段階へと広がっていくものだと考えています。 そのため私たちは、農家が暮らす地域社会において読書習慣の促進と教育資源へのアクセス向上を目的とした取り組み「Ñawinchay」を立ち上げました。 そして今回、私たちの理念を象徴する重要な節目を迎えました。サン・マルティン州チャスータ(Chazuta)において、「Ñawinchay図書館」の開館を実現したのです。 この取り組みは、主要顧客の一社、戦略的パートナー、そしてMachu Picchu Foodsのボランティアの支援によって実現しました。この協力により、120人を超える子どもたちに長期的な機会を提供することができました。   読書がもたらす地域社会の豊かさ 多くの家庭にとってカカオが生活の一部となっているチャスータでは、学校が新たに生まれ変わり、子どもたちが想像力を育み、学ぶことができる環境に配慮した空間となりました。 この図書館は、単なる本棚や書籍の集まりではありません。 創造性と知識を育む拠点であり、地域文化のアイデンティティを強化するとともに、より明るい未来への扉を開く場所なのです。 これらすべては、読書の力を変革の手段として信じる地域住民、教師、そしてパートナーたちの共同の努力によって実現しました。 […]

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