Coffee is one of the world's most popular drinks, with a global sector worth hundreds of billions of dollars annually. However, its long-term viability is threatened by climate change, pests, farmer poverty, and ageing farmer populations. Corporations, as the sector's most powerful stakeholders, are positioned to lead change and safeguard the future of coffee production.
Kaan discusses what actions the coffee sector is taking to safeguard the long-term viability of coffee production.
A bit about the speaker!:
Kaan Ozdurak worked in the Dutch private and public sectors as well as for a Dutch civil society organisation. As a volunteer for Greenpeace he engaged with students about sustainability and environmental protection at universities throughout the Netherlands. He has a background in systems thinking and holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication, as well as master’s degrees in Environmental Decision Making and Environmental Sociology. He currently works on sustainability projects in Edmonton.