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Posts tagged: sustainability

Jan 02, 2020 • #coffee grounds #compost #sustainability

6 Ways to Use Coffee Grounds in your Garden

There's nothing like coffee for a quick pick-me-up in the morning. Your plants could also use a coffee boost once in a while. The gardening section of your nearest big-box store offers plenty of products, but those can get expensive fast. If you’re in the market for a natural, free garden booster, coffee grounds might hit the spot. We’ve brewed up six ways to turn this common kitchen waste into gardening gold.

Dec 17, 2019 • #DRC #gender equality #On the Ground #sustainability

On the Ground Update: Gender Equity in DRC

This project update comes to us from board members of On the Ground, Higher Grounds' partner nonprofit working on sustainable development in coffee growing regions.

To support On the Ground's important work, you can make a donation here.

Nov 25, 2019 • #coffee storage #fresh coffee #sustainability

3 Sustainable Tips for Enjoying Your Coffee Fresh

Learn how to optimize the freshness of your coffee and avoid waste.

Nov 14, 2019 • #carbon #climate change #sustainability #sustainable coffee

The Climate, Carbon, and Coffee Initiative

Higher Grounds is one of 23 North American roasters who collectively own Cooperative Coffees, our green coffee importer. The original version of this post originally appeared on Cooperative Coffees' blog and was written by CC's Sustainability Director, Monika Firl. It has been edited for clarity. // In February 2017, Cooperative...

May 08, 2019 • #collaboration #community #Congo #Congolese coffee #DRC #gender equality #relationships #sustainability #sustainable coffee #UN Global Sustainability Goals

The Congo Comeback

The “Congo Comeback” showcases how an inclusive, collaborative, and equitable market system translates to stronger, more resilient, and diverse value chains.