people and planet first
At Locale, we’re deeply committed to running our business with integrity, responsibility, and sustainability. We recognise that everything we do relies on the Earth’s natural resources, and we’re dedicated to giving back wherever possible.
This isn’t about greenwashing or virtue signaling – it’s about doing better business.
We’re keenly aware of the environmental and ethical challenges within our industry, and we aim to be a positive force in the coffee community and beyond. Our mission has always been to leave both the coffee industry and the planet in a better state than we found them. This values-driven approach is woven into the fabric of our culture and led from the top.
FAIRNESS ACROSS THE COFFEE SUPPLY CHAIN
We care deeply about the people behind every cup of coffee, from farmers to baristas. That’s why we believe in paying fair and equitable prices for the coffees we source. Much like wine, not all coffee is created equal. We’re passionate about investing in top-quality, traceable, and sustainably sourced coffee – ensuring the farmers who grow your daily brew are well-supported.
SUSTAINABILITY IN EVERY DECISION
Sustainability is at the heart of every choice we make. For us, purpose and profit aren’t opposing forces – they go hand-in-hand. We continually strive to balance our impact on the planet with the success of the people we work alongside.
OUR ACTIONS AND ONGOING COMMITMENT
From our carbon-neutral certification and rigorous sourcing guidelines to our community initiatives, we’re proud to share the steps we’re taking toward a more sustainable future. Explore our key actions below to learn more.
This journey is far from over, and we’re always looking for ways to improve. Check back here for updates on our progress or reach out with your suggestions – we’d love to hear from you.
Community Initiatives
We donate 5% of sales from Eco Warrior beans & merch back to the community. We'd love to introduce you to the organisations we support...
our packaging
As we celebrate ten years of Locale, we’re proud to roll out a new generation of packaging that reflects everything we’ve learnt along the way.
Our Sustainability Journey
An update on our ongoing commitment to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and environmental responsibility.
we’re carbon neutral
Our roastery is solar powered & we’re proud to be a certified carbon neutral business…we even have the fancy certificate to prove it!
orangutan coffee project
The Orangutan Coffee Project is a 360-degree program that connects rainforest & wildlife conservation with sustainable, organic coffee cultivation.
ethical sourcing
Our in-house guidelines for sourcing green coffee, thoughts on transparency & building ongoing relationships with the farms we buy from.






