Cocoa & Forests Initiative 2.0: Companies recommit to tackle deforestation
Cocoa, chocolate signatory companies take proactive steps in CFI 2.0 to eliminate deforestation.
The Cocoa & Forests Initiative (CFI) has reached a significant milestone with the successful completion of its first phase. With support from the World Cocoa Foundation and The Sustainable Trade Initiative (IDH), companies and governments have renewed their commitment towards eliminating deforestation and restoring forest areas.
Building upon their partnerships and achievements over the past five years, CFI signatories have embraced CFI 2.0 (2022–2025), with a continued emphasis on increasing supply chain investments to end deforestation. To drive greater impact, this new phase places an significant focus on fostering pre-competitive collective action and co-investment to conserve forests and restore degraded lands in priority landscapes. In recent months, companies published their action plans for CFI 2.0 alongside their annual 2022 progress reports, showcasing their dedication to the next phase of the public-private collaboration.