Sustainability in the Coffee Industry
Imparted by AST Johanna de Rodriguez
Johanna de Rodriguez
SCA AUTHORIZED TRAINER
Sustainability Applied to the Coffee Industry - Sustainability Professional SCA
At Academia Barista Pro, we are the only ones in Latin America offering all 9 international certification specialties from the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA).
These programs include:
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Coffee Skills Program: Barista Skills, Brewing, Roasting, Green Coffee, and Sensory Skills.
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Coffee Sustainability Program: Recently revamped in March 2025, this program now offers four specialized courses focusing on key sustainability parameters in the coffee industry and businesses. After completing the Foundation level, you can take: Climate and Coffee, Economics and Coffee, and Compliance, Governance, and Reporting. These new courses are part of SCA’s updated curriculum, and we will be offering them soon—designed to exceed any sustainability class available in the market.
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Coffee Technicians Program: Water Science and Preventive Maintenance.
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CVA: SCA’s new Coffee Value Assessment protocol.
The Coffee Sustainability Program is relatively new, created by the SCA to engage more people in planning a sustainable future for their coffee businesses. Sustainability is for everyone, whether in the coffee industry or at home.
Each specialty is backed by decades of research and experience from SCA, designed to train leading professionals in the global coffee industry.
Get certified with us and stand out in the coffee world!
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This program is offered 100% ONLINE & In person trainings
The advantages of taking a distance certification through online sessions are as follows:
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Flexibility: You can study at your own pace and in your own time.
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Time and money savings: You don't have to travel to a training center, which saves you time and money.
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Accessibility: You can access the course from anywhere in the world.
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Interaction with other students: You can interact with other students from all over the world through forums and chats.
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SCA Sustainability program, as a distance option is an excellent choice. This is because the program is designed to be flexible and accessible, making it a good fit for students with busy schedules or who live in remote areas.
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AST LIVING IN PRODUCING COUNTRY
In these classes, you will learn from trainers who have lived in producing countries. You will learn how to develop your skills to promote sustainability in the coffee industry in your country.
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Coffee sustainability programs teach students about the different aspects of coffee sustainability, from cultivation to consumption. Students learn about sustainable practices that can help protect the environment, promote equity, and improve the quality of life for coffee producers.
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Students learn about sustainable practices that can help protect the environment, promote equity, and improve the quality of life for coffee producers.
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This sustainability program is designed to help students develop the skills and knowledge they need to promote sustainability in the coffee industry. The programs cover a wide range of topics, from the environmental impact of coffee production to the social and economic benefits of sustainable practices.
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Sustainability in the Cofee Industry
Learning how to implement sustainable tools in the coffee industry in your sustainability class can give you a number of advantages, including:
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Increased job opportunities: The coffee industry is a growing industry, and there is a growing demand for professionals with skills in sustainability. Learning how to implement sustainable tools in the coffee industry can make you more competitive in the job market.
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Improved problem-solving skills: Sustainability is a complex issue, and learning how to implement sustainable tools in the coffee industry will require you to develop your problem-solving skills. This will be a valuable asset in any job, regardless of the industry.
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Enhanced critical thinking skills: Learning how to implement sustainable tools in the coffee industry will require you to think critically about the environmental, social, and economic impacts of coffee production. This will help you to make more informed decisions in your personal and professional life.
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Greater understanding of sustainability: Learning how to implement sustainable tools in the coffee industry will give you a deeper understanding of sustainability and how it can be applied to real-world problems. This knowledge will be valuable in any field, whether you are working in the coffee industry or not.
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In addition to these benefits, learning how to implement sustainable tools in the coffee industry can also help you to make a positive impact on the world. The coffee industry has a significant environmental and social impact, and by learning how to make it more sustainable, you can help to protect the planet and improve the lives of coffee workers and their communities.