100 percent of sales of Starbucks Odyssey Blend will support World Central Kitchen’s humanitarian relief efforts around the world

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Every single day Starbucks partners (employees) demonstrate their commitment to giving back to their communities through volunteer work, donations or simply sharing a smile.

In support of the <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/our-community-promise-contribute-positively/">company’s community promise</a>, Starbucks announced that moving forward, each year the company will offer a giveback from purchases of select whole bean coffees. From April 29 – June 24,&nbsp;2024, Starbucks will donate 100 percent of sales of Starbucks Odyssey Blend, a coffee created to symbolize Starbucks focus on people, planet and craft through coffee, to support World Central Kitchen’s humanitarian relief efforts around the world.

“Efforts like these demonstrate how we can use our scale for global good and highlight how we’re working to bring our promises to life,” said Starbucks global chief executive officer Laxman Narasimhan said. “It shows that our promises aren’t just words – they are actions.”&nbsp;

World Central Kitchen has been a non-profit partner of The Starbucks Foundation since 2019 and has spearheaded disaster relief efforts delivering food aid to impacted communities around the world, from Morocco and Türkiye (Turkey) to Japan and Hawaii.

Since its inception, World Central Kitchen has been at the forefront of getting aid deployed through international channels. They work with local partners to address the needs of the communities they serve and respond quickly, often within 24 hours, to disasters around the world.

In addition to the whole bean coffee giveback, Starbucks is continuing to match North American partner donations to World Central Kitchen through the Starbucks Community Champion Portal.

Odyssey Blend® was created to symbolize the future of Starbucks and its focus on people, planet and craft through the lens of coffee. The blend features beans from Brazil, Sumatra and Zambia – all specifically chosen for how they embody the innovative and responsible ways in which they have grown, cultivated and processed coffee.

Starbucks will donate 100 percent of the sale price to World Central Kitchen for each unit of Starbucks Odyssey Blend that is sold from participating Starbucks® stores from April 29 - June 24, 2024. In Canada, Starbucks will donate 100 percent of the sale price to Myriad Canada for its World Central Kitchen Global Humanitarian Aid Fund.

Building on a <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/emea/stories/2024/the-starbucks-foundation-and-alshaya-starbucks-are-committed-to-providing-humanitarian-aid-in-gaza/">joint $3 million donation from The Starbucks Foundation and Alshaya Group</a>, Starbucks Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Alshaya Starbucks have also launched a partner donation matching initiative aimed at raising additional funds for food aid in Gaza through World Central Kitchen.<a id="_msocom_1"></a>

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This week, we gathered as partners from around the world to celebrate our inaugural Starbucks Promises Day – a new tradition recognizing our people, our communities and our culture, and furthering the meaningful global impact we make through every cup of coffee we serve.

Starbucks Partners, Alumni, and Friends of the extended Starbucks community – 

As the leader in coffee, we are determined to respect and support everyone and everything that enables us to serve each cup: our partners, customers, farmers, communities, the environment, and our shareholders.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A year ago, we set forth explicit aspirations of who we are at our best. These aspirations became our core promises. They drive our actions and give us a collective purpose. They are an expression of our foundational values and our commitment to one another. They shape our future. And they are built on a desire to make a difference in the lives of others.

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These commitments are core to who we are at Starbucks. Equally, we are excited to think differently and inspire change around the future of coffee — from our farmers’ fields to our customers’ hands. 

We gathered this week as Starbucks partners all around the world to celebrate our inaugural Promises Day — a new tradition to celebrate the heart and soul of Starbucks, to elevate the brand and to recognize our people and all those Starbucks influences and uplifts. It’s a time to recognize our global impact through every cup of coffee we serve and to inspire our future progress. 

We commit to make this an annual celebration, grounded in our enduring aspiration to be a different kind of company that puts people first — with connection, coffee and craft at our core. 

Beginning in our farmers’ fields, I’m proud of the many ways we’re leading in responsible coffee growing and sourcing. For us, this means sourcing our coffee from nearly half a million farmers, independently certified through our C.A.F.E. practices program. We’re pioneering new varieties of climate resistant coffee. We operate 10 open-source farmer support centers in coffee-growing regions around the world — our contribution to the industry and its future. Now more than ever, there is an opportunity to do good. And to offer hope. 

I was delighted to announce that we plan to expand our footprint of coffee innovation farms to Asia, Africa and other parts of Latin America in the coming years. This network of four new farms will extend the impact of our work at Hacienda Alsacia. They will enable direct research on varietals and farming practices in different critical coffee growing geographies around the globe — while helping to mitigate the impact of climate change on the coffee supply. Throughout our history, Starbucks hasn’t shied away from the issues that challenge us. We look for ways to ignite conversation, to support our people and to contribute positively to communities across the globe. 

Our leadership and heritage in coffee extends all the way to the cup of coffee crafted by baristas and delivered to our customers’ hands. That daily ritual and our central purpose to nurture human connection wouldn’t be possible, though, without the traditions, cultures and dedication to the craft of coffee pioneered by those who came before us. From Ethiopia to the Arabian Peninsula, Europe, Asia and the Americas, coffee culture continues to thrive and evolve. 

In my year as ceo at Starbucks, I’ve had the opportunity to visit countries around the world. And I have experienced the unique ways coffee is produced, shared, celebrated and enjoyed. I’ve seen firsthand how coffee embodies a collective story of people — representing a daily ritual, a simple pleasure, an opportunity to connect with others. Celebrating our heritage in coffee — and recognizing coffee culture has enriched humanity for centuries — drives us to innovate further. 

Traditionally, India is known for its love of tea, but coffee was first introduced in 1670. Since then, coffee has been cultivated and has flourished — new ways of coffee farming and varietals have also been developed to better suit the wet, shadier, growing conditions. India has also grown its own café culture, and now is one of Starbucks fastest-growing markets in the world. Later this year, we plan to launch a new India Monsooned Malabar Starbucks Reserve Coffee sourced from coffee growers in India across our portfolio of Reserve stores. 

In China, coffee culture is in its early days, but it is growing rapidly. Coffee consumption quickly erupted after cafe culture landed in cities like Shanghai. These cafes specialize in more than just coffee. It’s about the experience. From here, we expect China to develop and mature into a much larger and tiered market as per capita consumption continues to rise. 

And, harkening back to the Italian cafes that first inspired our brand, in May we are heading to Milan to celebrate the official launch of Starbucks Milano Duetto. Embodying the duality of day and night, and the distinct tastes of light and dark roasts — Starbucks Milano Duetto will be one coffee blend, roasted in two distinct ways. 

These are just a glimpse at how we are continuing to appeal to the evolving tastes of our global customers. And as Starbucks continues to redefine coffee with the next generation of customers, we plan to launch new coffee experience pop-ups in select cities in the U.S. and around the world next year. At these pop-ups, customers will be able to experience and enjoy exclusive, limited-edition coffee beverages and unexpected flavor pairings. At the same time, the pop-ups also provide us with an opportunity to engage, interact with and learn from our increasingly diverse global customers — and to make the lexicon we use to describe our coffee more inclusive for younger consumers. This is an opportunity to tell our story — the story of coffee — in new and unexpected ways.

We also proudly announced that we are donating the next few months of proceeds from the sales of Starbucks Odyssey Blend whole bean coffee in North America to World Central Kitchen, our long-standing partner, in support of their efforts to address hunger around the world, including in the Middle East. This follows last month’s joint donation of $3 million from The Starbucks Foundation and Alshaya Starbucks to WCK, helping fund one million meals for people in Gaza. 

In our celebrations this week, I was moved by the stories of partners from widely different backgrounds and cultures — all of whom have built deep connections to the communities they serve. It reminded me of the uniqueness of our culture here at Starbucks. It shows that our promises aren’t just words — they are actions. And because of Starbucks tremendous reach, our actions create a meaningful impact around the world. We touch hundreds of millions of lives a year — not just our partners and customers, but also nearly a half-million farmers. Their families. Our suppliers. And all those who make the Starbucks Experience possible. And it is our passion for coffee culture that unifies us through craft and ritual, and is the bedrock of our decision to bring Global Barista Championships to Starbucks as announced this week. 

As I shared, I am so proud of the actions we are taking to deliver on our promises to: Bridge to a better future for our partners, uplift the everyday of our customers, ensure the future of coffee for all, contribute positively to our communities and give more to the environment than we take. And when we do these things, we make possible our promise to deliver sustainable, long-term returns for our shareholders.&nbsp;

Thank you all for your service to one another, to Starbucks, and to our future together.&nbsp;&nbsp;

This week, we gathered as partners from around the world to celebrate our inaugural Starbucks Promises Day – a new tradition recognizing our people, our communities and our culture, and furthering the meaningful global impact we make through every cup of coffee we serve.

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Statement from Starbucks and Workers United:

“Starbucks and Workers United remain committed to building a positive, productive relationship. This week, we conducted contract bargaining over a two-day session in Atlanta, Georgia. We made significant progress. Over the course of the two days, we discussed a broad range of topics, including a shared commitment to mutual respect, the process to resolve grievances, and details relating to the union’s representation of partners as both sides worked on the foundational framework that will contribute to single-store contract negotiations and ratification.

“There’s more to do, but we are committed to working together.&nbsp;As a next step, we will meet again in late May to continue work on the framework intended to be the foundation of each single-store contract.”

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Statement from Starbucks and Workers United: “Starbucks and Workers United remain committed to building a positive, productive relationship. This week, we conducted contract bargaining over a two-day session in Atlanta, Georgia. We made significant progress. Over the course of the two days, we discussed a broad range of topics, including a shared commitment to mutual respect, […]

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On Tuesday, April 16, Starbucks is coming in hot with the introduction of the new Spicy Lemonade Refreshers beverages in three tropical flavors – Spicy Dragonfruit, Spicy Pineapple and Spicy Strawberry – alongside a new Spicy Cream Cold Foam. Inspired by the “swicy” trend, which combines sweet and spicy flavors in all sorts of creative ways, the new Spicy Lemonade Refreshers bring together the sweetness of a Starbucks Refreshers® Beverage, the zest of lemonade and the heat of Starbucks Spicy Chili Powder Blend to create a deliciously refreshing sip with absolutely no chill.

The Spicy Lemonade Refreshers Beverages and Spicy Cream Cold Foam will be available in U.S. Starbucks stores for a very limited time this spring, while supplies last.&nbsp;

Sweet flavors of mango and exotic dragonfruit shaken with ice, real dragonfruit pieces, zesty lemonade and Starbucks Spicy Chili Powder Blend.

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Sweet flavors of pineapple and passionfruit shaken with ice, real pineapple pieces, zesty lemonade and Starbucks Spicy Chili Powder Blend.

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Sweet flavors of strawberry and açaí shaken with ice, real strawberry pieces, zesty lemonade and Starbucks Spicy Chili Powder Blend.

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Available as a customization, customers can add Spicy Cream Cold Foam, crafted with Starbucks classic cold foam and Spicy Chili Powder Blend, to any Starbucks beverage. Try adding Spicy Cream Cold Foam to a Cold Brew for a coffee with a kick, or enjoy it with an Iced Chai Tea Latte for a delicious combination of spices.

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To learn more about Starbucks spring menu, visit <a href="https://www.starbucks.com/menu/featured" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">starbucks.com/menu/featured</a>.

Starbucks Reserve® Roasteries and stores are also embracing the heat this spring with a sweet and spicy twist on signature classics – the affogato and espresso martini. Learn more about the new <a href="https://www.starbucksreserve.com/menus?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7P_w1sWzhQMVTDWtBh25rADHEAAYASABEgIXvvD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">hot honey beverages</a> available at Starbucks Reserve stores in Chicago, NYC and Seattle <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2024/discover-new-starbucks-reserve-hot-honey-beverages-a-sweet-and-spicy-twist-on-signature-classics/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.

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Just in time for Mother’s Day, Starbucks is introducing a new collection of beautiful drinkware perfect for any mother figure. The new Mother’s Day drinkware collection is available in a variety of prism and floral designs for mom to enjoy all year long.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Plus, Starbucks® Rewards members who bring a clean, personal cup will earn 25 Stars in addition to 10 cents off their beverage* – whether they order in the café, on the Starbucks app, or in the drive-thru.&nbsp;

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This prism cold cup reflects vibrant hues as it shines in the light.&nbsp;Price: $24.95&nbsp;

This vibrant tumbler with a prism design is a must-have for those on-the-go and is available exclusively at select Starbucks licensed store locations in the U.S., which includes Starbucks stores located inside grocery stores, airports, hospitals and more. Price: $22.95&nbsp;

This floral ceramic mug features exotic flowers and is available exclusively at select Starbucks licensed store locations in the U.S., which includes Starbucks stores located inside grocery stores, airports, hospitals and more.&nbsp;Price: $14.95&nbsp;

This vibrant cold cup that features an array of exotic flowers for a botanical garden experience with every sip and is available exclusively at select Starbucks licensed store locations in the U.S., which includes Starbucks stores located inside grocery stores, airports, hospitals and more.&nbsp;Price: $19.95&nbsp;

Without a cloud in sight, this sky-blue quencher provides hydration to take on all the adventures ahead.&nbsp;Price: $49.95&nbsp;

For mother figures near and far, give the gift of a delicious Starbucks beverage of their choosing. Starbucks Cards or <a href="https://www.starbucks.com/gift" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">eGifts</a> come in a variety of designs and can be loaded with amounts from $5-$100 and pair perfectly with colorful drinkware. Choose a special design celebrating mother figures, available at participating Starbucks stores from April 16 – May 14. <a href="http://the%20digital%20card/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Digital Card</a> will be available online from April 8 – May 12.&nbsp;&nbsp;

*Valid at participating stores on in-store beverage purchases only (max 3x per day). To qualify for the reusable cup benefit, you must have made at least one Star earning transaction.&nbsp;

Just in time for Mother’s Day, Starbucks is introducing a new collection of beautiful drinkware perfect for any mother figure.

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New ready-to-drink beverages include Starbucks® Oatmilk Frappuccino® Chilled Coffee Drink and new flavors of Starbucks® Cold Brew and Starbucks® Multi-serve Cold Brew, available now where groceries are sold in the US.&nbsp;

Thirty years ago, Starbucks and PepsiCo helped define ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee beverages with the creation of the North American Coffee Partnership (NACP). Since, the venture has introduced endless innovations inspired by fan-favorites at Starbucks cafés and developed for coffee drinkers at home or on-the-go. Beginning today wherever groceries are sold across the country, Starbucks is rolling out its newest lineup of delicious RTD beverages, with even more café-inspired drinks to meet consumer preferences. NACP is introducing the new non-dairy Starbucks Oatmilk Frappuccino® Chilled Coffee Drink, new flavors of Starbucks® Cold Brew and Starbucks® Multi-serve Cold Brew.&nbsp;

New! Starbucks® Oatmilk Frappuccino® Chilled Coffee Drink&nbsp;

The bottled Starbucks Frappuccino® Chilled Coffee Drink customers love, now featuring oatmilk, is available in two new flavors. &nbsp;

Starbucks® Caramel Waffle Cookie Oatmilk Frappuccino® Chilled Coffee Drink features the creamy, delicious combination of oatmilk and caramel flavor. Starbucks® Dark Chocolate Brownie Oatmilk Frappuccino® Chilled Coffee Drink combines creamy oatmilk with decadent dark chocolate flavor.&nbsp;Available for a suggested retail price of $3.99.&nbsp;

New! Starbucks® Cold Brew Vanilla Sweet Cream, Chocolate Cream and Salted Caramel Cream&nbsp;

First introduced in <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2016/bottled-starbucks-cold-brew-coffee/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2016</a>, ready-to-drink Starbucks® Cold Brew is now available in convenient 11 oz. cans with three new flavors inspired by fan-favorite beverages at Starbucks cafés, including: Vanilla Sweet Cream, Chocolate Cream and Salted Caramel Cream. The new drinks feature a custom blend of Starbucks beans specifically selected to brew without heat to create a deliciously smooth taste.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Starbucks® Cold Brew Vanilla Sweet Cream brings together cream and vanilla flavor. Starbucks® Cold Brew Chocolate Cream perfectly balances cream and chocolate flavor. Starbucks® Cold Brew Salted Caramel Cream combines cream and salted caramel flavor. Available for a suggested retail price of $3.59.&nbsp;

New! Starbucks® Multi-serve Cold Brew Caramel Cream and Oatmilk Brown Sugar&nbsp;

Starbucks® Multi-serve Cold Brew is a custom blend of arabica beans that are specially selected to brew without heat, creating a smooth, perfectly balanced taste, now available in two new flavors. Starbucks® Multi-serve Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew features delicate caramel flavor, salty notes and a splash of cream and Starbucks® Multi-serve Oatmilk Brown Sugar Cold Brew brings together creamy, plant-based oatmilk with sweet brown sugar flavor.&nbsp;Available in 40 oz bottles for a suggested retail price of $6.29.&nbsp;

Now Available in New Packaging&nbsp;&nbsp;

Consumers will also see new packaging designs for ready-to-drink Starbucks® TripleshotTM Energy and Starbucks Doubleshot® Energy drink.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Starbucks® TripleshotTM Energy drink is now available with a new look and features bold Starbucks coffee with a Triple Blend of 165mg of caffeine, B vitamins, and protein – a delicious energy option. Now available in 11 oz. cans featuring a sleek new design in three flavors, Rich Vanilla, Bold Mocha and Dark Caramel.&nbsp;Available for a suggested retail price of $3.79.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The Starbucks® Doubleshot Energy® drink Starbucks fans know and love is now available with a new look and features the rich, bold taste of Starbucks coffee alongside the perfect blend of B vitamins, guarana and ginseng. First introduced in 2008, Starbucks Doubleshot® Energy drink is available in 15 oz cans with a new design and can be found in five flavors including Caramel, Coffee, Mocha, Vanilla and White Chocolate.&nbsp;Available for a suggested retail price of $3.79.

Starbucks and PepsiCo Mark 30 Years of the North American Coffee Partnership (NACP) Three decades ago in 1994, Starbucks and PepsiCo created the North American Coffee Partnership. The joint-venture helped define its ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee category with the launch of the iconic Frappuccino® coffee drink. Starbucks and PepsiCo continue to bring category-leading innovation and products to customers looking for high-quality coffee products while on-the-go. As the NACP marks its 30th anniversary this year, Starbucks and PepsiCo maintain a fast pace of innovation, while listening to consumers and trends when creating the next delicious beverages.&nbsp;

Starbucks is rolling out its newest lineup of delicious RTD beverages, with even more café-inspired drinks to meet consumer preferences.

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The new Starbucks Reserve® Hot Honey Affogato and Hot Honey Espresso Martini are available only at Starbucks Reserve Roasteries and stores starting March 26

Starbucks is embracing the heat this spring; keep an eye out for something spicy coming to all Starbucks stores soon

Starbucks is spicing things up at Starbucks Reserve® Roasteries and stores in Chicago, New York City&nbsp;and&nbsp;Seattle. Starting March 26, customers can try a sweet and spicy twist on signature Starbucks Reserve beverages with the new Hot Honey Affogato and Hot Honey Espresso Martini. The new beverages on the <a href="https://www.starbucksreserve.com/menus">menu</a> are made with wildflower honey infused with premium chili peppers.​

A decadent, sweet and spicy affogato. Vanilla gelato is drenched in Starbucks Reserve Espresso and Scrappy's Orange and Firewater Bitters, drizzled with hot honey and topped with an Amarena cherry.

Our signature coffee cocktail with an unexpected twist. Starbucks Reserve Espresso, Kalak Single Malt Vodka, vanilla syrup, Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur and hot honey, topped with a spicy-sweet cold foam and garnished with black sesame seeds.​

“It Started Here First” Signature Experience featuring the Hot Honey Affogato

Explore the history and inspiration behind the now-iconic coffee trends that started at Starbucks Reserve. Taste upleveled versions of three distinct coffee styles, including the new Hot Honey Affogato, Whiskey Barrel-Aged “Cold Fashioned” (spirit-free) and the Oleato™ Deconstructed. <a href="https://www.starbucksreserve.com/book-a-signature-experience">This experience</a> is available at Starbucks Reserve Roasteries in Chicago, New York City and Seattle, and at the Starbucks Reserve Store at Empire State Building®.

For an extra kick, Starbucks Reserve customers can add a hot honey drizzle on artisan Princi® foods such as the Salame Piccante Pizza, Margherita Pizza or a Pancetta &amp; Egg Avocado Toast.

For more information on Starbucks Reserve <a href="https://www.starbucksreserve.com/menus">menus</a> and <a href="https://www.starbucksreserve.com/book-a-signature-experience">experiences</a>, and to find a Starbucks Reserve&nbsp;Roastery or store near you, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.starbucksreserve.com/en-us" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">starbucksreserve.com</a>.&nbsp;

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Furthering its environmental promise, Starbucks verifies 6,000 Greener Stores in more than 40 markets globally&nbsp;

Company awards six new Greener Stores of the Year across international regions, celebrating stores at the intersection of sustainability and innovation&nbsp;

SEATTLE - Starbucks has certified <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/uploads/2024/02/2023-Starbucks-Global-Impact-Report.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">6,091 Greener Stores</a>, nearly doubling its portfolio in the past year, and a milestone achievement toward the company’s goal of certifying 10,000 Greener Stores globally by 2025. In markets around the world, Greener Stores energy and water savings and waste diversion help advance the company’s goal to reduce carbon emissions, water usage and landfill waste by 50% by 2030.&nbsp;

The company has Greener Stores in 44 markets with new markets including India, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam, Bahrain, Italy, France, Spain, and Costa Rica, including the <a href="https://historias.starbucks.com/en-es/press/2024/starbucks-expands-global-greener-stores-program-announces-first-four-certified-greener-stores-in-costa-rica/">Hacienda Alsacia Visitor Center café</a> at Starbucks first and only coffee farm.

“Our big vision for the future is for every Starbucks store around the world to be more sustainable. That’s why I’m excited to see the continued growth of Greener Stores globally, driven by the passion of our partners,” said Michael Kobori, Starbucks chief sustainability officer. “Starbucks environmental promise comes to life through our baristas’ daily actions which help define a Greener Store, our innovative shift toward reusable cups, and our partnership with coffee farmers on sustainable growing practices — it’s all part of our commitment to give more than we take from the planet.”&nbsp;

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Since October 2022, all new Starbucks stores in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) are being built under the Greener Stores framework.&nbsp;

What’s A Greener Store?&nbsp;&nbsp;

Being certified as a Greener Store, means meeting standards across eight environmental impact areas developed in partnership with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and SCS Global Services: water stewardship, energy efficiency, waste diversion, renewable energy, responsible materials, engagement, sites, communities, health, and wellbeing. &nbsp;

Each Greener Store has a combination of sustainable features that help it receive its third-party verification. Some stores have obvious elements like solar panels or water recycling tanks. While others have more subtle features behind the counter like high efficiency appliances, low-emitting paint and sealants, and energy management systems as well as store practices like composting and food donation. &nbsp;&nbsp;

For example, in the United States, Starbucks Greener Stores practices have saved the company almost $60 million in annual operating costs, including 30% water savings and 30% energy reduction when compared to historic store practices.&nbsp;

Greener Stores of the Year&nbsp;

This year, the company announced its inaugural global Greener Stores of the Year program awarding one store in each of six regions to celebrate stores exceeding in innovation and environmental impact.&nbsp;

Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) – Lima, Peru&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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All store partners at the Starbucks Frutales location, in the Camacho neighborhood of Lima, have completed the Greener Apron program, a course&nbsp;about sustainability and practices partners can take to help reduce waste and improve their impact on the environment. “The certification on sustainable practices works on promoting getting orders in For-Here Cups,&nbsp;composting and also the use of reusables,” said store manager Andrea G. &nbsp;

All store finishes are provided by local suppliers, including a beautiful mural by a local Peruvian artist Selva, whose art represents our “harmonious relationship with our surroundings.”&nbsp;

Built as part of a project to revitalize Tennogawa Park, the store was designed to feel at one with the outdoors with large windows allowing ample natural daylight and deep eaves to prevent glare and heat. Store partners help run an annual festival held in the park and host “community connect” events, such as park clean-ups where partners volunteer alongside residents and customers.&nbsp;

Since December 2023, the first Greener Store in Japan,&nbsp;the Imperial Palace Gaien Wadakura Fountain Park store, has been a Reuse Ambassador workshop inviting nearby store partners to learn about reusables and practices that can help their store become verified as a Greener Store. &nbsp;

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The <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/emea/stories/2024/meet-the-starbucks-emea-greener-store-of-the-year-for-2023/">store’s </a>natural stone exterior helps control indoor temperature and its high-efficiency HVAC system and on-site solar provide a 15% energy savings. A rainwater harvesting system provides landscape irrigation, and landscaping consists of local plants endemic to the area.

“Winning the EMEA Greener Store of the Year title is a truly remarkable achievement, especially for someone who values environmental sustainability like myself,” said store manager Gökçe C. “The recognition of our store’s sustainable design fills me with pride and motivates me to continue contributing towards a greener future.”&nbsp;

North America – Williamsburg, Virginia

“I’ve always loved that Starbucks cares about the environment and reducing waste, but now that I’ve been given the opportunity to be a part of a Greener Store, I feel a greater sense of responsibility. I see even more of the meaningful change we are making as a company each day,” said store manager Madi M. who added that “for the history buffs and William and Mary Alumni that visit us to see how an old house could become a Starbucks, we love to offer For-Here cups, share about personal cups, and tell curious customers about composting or Grounds for Your Garden.”&nbsp;

Located in historic Williamsburg, a 100-year-old house was turned into a new Starbucks café operating on 100% local renewable electricity provided by the Fern Solar project located just under 200 miles away. In addition, the store has a rainwater collection system in place for landscape irrigation and banquettes made from recycled wood.&nbsp;

“Each individual person impacts the environment, and if Starbucks as a whole is taking a step towards being greener, hopefully, we can inspire others through our process,” said barista, Zach. “Every day I use a personal cup whether it’s for hot or cold drink, I make sure to always have one with me. I also encourage other partners or customers to bring in theirs to reduce the amount of waste we have with our plastic cups, paper cups, and lids. I like to remind customers about our discount with using a personal cup, and how they can benefit from using one as well.”&nbsp;

Asia Pacific – Ayali Kalan, Ludhiana, India

Located in Ayali Kalan, the first certified Greener Stores in India has EV chargers, a rainwater harvesting system, and distributes their used coffee grounds to be used as fertilizer in surrounding developments. The store has interactive displays raising awareness about climate change and inspiring others to embrace eco-friendly choices in their lives.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

"I’m looking forward to engaging customers to let them know we are raising awareness about climate change, and the thoughtfulness we have put behind this store to reduce its environmental footprint. This award helps us celebrate and bring this awareness to our customers,” said Pankaj, store manager from Starbucks Ayali Kalan.

The Zhao Hua Road store was renovated with 90% recycled or reusable materials used in store construction, and 75% of store operational materials are recyclable. Installing LED energy-efficient lighting, an air-cooled ice machine and heat-pump water heater has resulted in a 50% energy reduction compared to before the store renovation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Furthering its environmental promise, Starbucks verifies 6,000 Greener Stores in more than 40 markets globally.

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CEO Laxman Narasimhan lays out new geographic leadership and global support structure

SEATTLE – Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced it will be making several leadership changes, creating a clear geographic leadership structure, supported by global functions with deep functional expertise and the ability to drive impact on a global scale. These changes will go into effect April 1.

“We are making strong progress against our Triple Shot with Two Pumps Reinvention plan,” Laxman Narasimhan, Starbucks chief executive officer, shared with global partners earlier today. “To further accelerate progress, consistent with our ambitions, we are realigning the organization to balance clear geographical focus with investing in functional capabilities to scale around the world, generating productivity and reinvigorating our partner culture.”&nbsp;

Starbucks announced the following geographic ceos for the company: 

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Given the vital nature of her role, Sara Trilling will remain executive vice president and president, North America, focused on enhancing the retail partner experience while growing the North America store portfolio and our North America licensed store business, reporting to Conway.&nbsp; Trilling remains a member of Narasimhan’s executive leadership team.&nbsp;

Three out of four of the company’s new store openings are planned for outside the U.S., and Starbucks intends to grow to 55,000 stores globally as part of the company’s strategic plan. 

With that context, additional regional leaders will include: 

With these appointments, the company will not replace the global chief marketing position most recently occupied by Brewer. Rather, each geographic ceo will have regional marketing support while Narasimhan announced two new global positions: 

“As we look to the future, the opportunity we have is truly limitless,” said Narasimhan. “Throughout our history, we have continued to reinvent not who we are or what we stand for, but what we do and how we connect with our customers and deliver our long-term aspirations. Because of our partners, and with our strategic plan and world class-leadership team, the best days of Starbucks are ahead of us.”&nbsp;

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting high-quality arabica coffee. Today, with more than 38,000 stores worldwide, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://stories.starbucks.com</a> or <a href="https://www.starbucks.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.starbucks.com</a>. &nbsp;

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Starbucks announces new global leadership structure to accelerate company reinvention and elevate the brand

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For more information on Starbucks Reserve <a href="https://www.starbucksreserve.com/menus" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">menus</a> and <a href="https://www.starbucksreserve.com/book-a-signature-experience" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">experiences</a>, and to find a Starbucks Reserve Roastery or store near you visit <a href="https://www.starbucksreserve.com/en-us" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">starbucksreserve.com</a>. &nbsp;

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Celebrate National Espresso Martini Day every day at U.S. Starbucks Reserve® locations in Seattle, New York City and Chicago.

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Today, Starbucks virtually hosted its 32nd annual meeting of shareholders. Mellody Hobson, independent chair of the Starbucks Board of Directors, joined Laxman Narasimhan, chief executive officer, for opening remarks followed by the formal meeting led by Brad Lerman, executive vice president and general counsel.

As part of their opening remarks, both Hobson and Narasimhan offered perspectives on the year in review, acknowledged early progress driven by the company’s Triple Shot Reinvention with Two Pumps strategic plan, and shared their optimism for the long-term success of the company.&nbsp;

Grounded in Starbucks history and heritage, the company began the meeting with a sound-rich coffee tasting video, showcasing the journey behind its new spring lavender beverage offerings in the U.S.&nbsp;

Here are the important takeaways from today’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders:&nbsp;

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