Two years after its launch, Tchibo’s “Coffee2Stay” programme is having a tangible impact at source in our countries of origin: Already 22,000 farms in nine producing countries have been reached – significantly more than last year. More in our current press release.
Will we still have coffee tomorrow? We discussed this question at the "KLARTEXT" dialogue event in Berlin. The answer, of course, is neither simple nor straightforward. Many dimensions, perspectives, and challenges... We look back on an exciting event with valuable conversations and open dialogues.
About responsibility, prices, and the future of our favorite product: On April 14, 2026, we are hosting a dialogue event in Berlin – with stakeholders from business, civil society, consumer protection, science, and the media. Secure your participation now: klartext@tchibo-dialogveranstaltung.de
The "Initiative for Organic Cotton in India" project, which supports farmers in converting from conventional to organically grown cotton, was launched in 2022. Now, the first products from the third year of the project from the supplier Pratibha are available in our assortment, such as these shirts.
Recently published on Spiegel Online, from DER SPIEGEL 15/2026: Will coffee and chocolate soon become unaffordable? Tchibo and Ritter Sport warn of a tipping point in supply and call for investments to ensure stable harvests.
Photo: DER SPIEGEL (online), Screenshot www.spiegel.de/wirtschaft/
Founded in 2001, International Coffee Partners (ICP) celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. Tchibo is one of the founding members. Over the past 25 years, more than 125,700 farming families have been engaged in ICP projects in 13 coffee producing countries.
Keeping coffee fresh, protecting its aroma, and withstanding transport – coffee packaging is quite demanding. In the new episode of our Tchibo podcast "5 Tassen täglich" our colleagues Helena and Jasmin from the packaging team discuss this complex yet fascinating topic!
Thoroughly tested: How does Tchibo Refurbished work – and is it worth it? Our colleague Karo reports on pages 22/23 of the new "Tchibo Momente" (translated: "Tchibo moments") customer magazine. "We believe that our devices can bring joy for a very long time" says Karo in the interview. Read now!
Today, March 18th, is Global Recycling Day: a day that reminds us of the importance of recycling for protecting natural resources. This applies to products as well as their packaging. Therefore, it is our goal to continuously improve the recyclability of our packaging.
The Environmental Action Germany (Deutsche Umwelthilfe, DUH) has published the report "Forest in your coffee cup - Why clear rules for a sustainable coffee supply chain are essential" on the current state of German companies' preparations for the EUDR. Tchibo received a "good" in overall rating.
What does "at least 70% recyclable" mean? How are Tchibo coffee packages constructed? What are the paths to more sustainable solutions? And what challenges do we face? Find out more in our latest blog post, taking a look behind the scenes of our coffee packaging.
Coffee meets art and also supports social engagement: As part of the artist collaboration, artists create artworks using Qbo ICONIC machines. And Qbo is donating a total of €30,000 to organizations selected by the artists.
News from Tchibo Refurbished: We have added another model to our portfolio, as the Esperto Pro fully automatic coffee machine is now also available refurbished – in tested Tchibo quality and with a 2-year warranty for wonderfully fresh coffee enjoyment at the touch of a button.
In the new episode of our podcast „5 Tassen täglich“ we take a closer look at the versatile sweet lupin, also regarding their contribution towards more sustainability: shorter delivery routes and a regional approach ... listen, how the native sweet lupine can makes coffee more sustainable.
How can sustainable packaging be developed for everyday products like coffee? Our colleagues Jasmin and Vanessa explain in a FACHPACK interview how networking, technical expertise, and bold decisions enable true sustainability.
Photo: FACHPACK
At this year's Handelsblatt Annual Conference Circular Economy, our colleague Kristina, together with Andrea from koorvi, presented on Tchibo Refurbished – practical, with lessons learned and initial results: A real use case of the Circular Economy!
Photo: Handelsblatt Circular Economy / Foto Vogt
Our coffee program is already active in many coffee-growing regions. Now we're adding Peru, an important coffee-growing country for Tchibo. In the Junín region, we will be working with 1,800 farmers in four provinces over the next five years.
Packaging improvers: In this interview with sicherverpackt.de, our colleagues Helena and Marius from packaging development explain how innovations in material, machine and data management are shaping the future of coffee packaging and why new ways of thinking are crucial.
Photo: sicherverpackt.de
Buying coffee means taking responsibility: In the new episode of the Tchibo podcast "5 Tassen täglich", Tchibo coffee buyer Theda talks about buying coffee in Latin America and how quality, price, responsibility and sustainability are brought together.
"Coffee roaster Tchibo abolishes the Fairtrade seal - the reason is surprising": In this recently published article, the Hamburger Abendblatt reports on our Tchibo coffee program in conversation with Pablo, Tchibo's sustainability director.
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