Posts tagged Kelvin Ngow
EP 1400 Kelvin Ngow - Carbon and the Future the Coffee Industry - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the 5th of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Malaysian-based 27-year coffee industry veteran Kelvin Ngow from Coffex Coffee and Mono Origine.

In this series, Map It Forward founder and podcast host Lee Safar explores how Kelvin is going about reducing the carbon footprint of his businesses in coffee and why this is imperative to the survival of his brands.

In this final episode of the series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast, Lee and Kelvin discuss innovative strategies for reducing the carbon footprint in the coffee industry, the impact of sustainability, and the role of technology like IoT and AI in their operations.

Kelvin shares insights into the challenges and benefits of transitioning to sustainable practices, hiring policies aimed at aligning values, and the potential future contributions of Gen Z and beyond.

The episode offers a hopeful vision for a more sustainable coffee industry.

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EP 1399 Kelvin Ngow - The Cost of Sustainability in Coffee - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the 4th of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Malaysian-based 27-year coffee industry veteran Kelvin Ngow from Coffex Coffee and Mono Origine.

In this series, Map It Forward founder and podcast host Lee Safar explores how Kelvin is going about reducing the carbon footprint of his businesses in coffee and why this is imperative to the survival of his brands.

In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Kelvin explore the impact of climate change on coffee farming, the need for ethical sourcing, and the economic pressures on farmers.

They also delve into the challenges of maintaining quality while competing on price and the moral responsibility of supporting sustainable practices.

Join the conversation on how we can reduce the carbon footprint of coffee and ensure the industry's future.

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EP 1398 Kelvin Ngow - Reducing Carbon Emissions in Coffee - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the 3rd of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Malaysian-based 27-year coffee industry veteran Kelvin Ngow from Coffex Coffee and Mono Origine.

In this series, Map It Forward founder and podcast host Lee Safar explores how Kelvin is going about reducing the carbon footprint of his businesses in coffee and why this is imperative to the survival of his brands.

In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Kelvin Ngow discuss various strategies for reducing the carbon footprint in the coffee industry.

Kelvin emphasizes the importance of data collection to establish a baseline for emissions, the use of renewable energy like solar panels, and the consolidation of coffee shipments to reduce carbon emissions.

He also highlights the benefits of working with farmers who use sustainable practices. Kelvin shares insights into the challenges of the coffee supply chain, including the rise in coffee-related theft and the significance of building strong relationships with partners.

Join us to learn about leadership in sustainability and practical ways to make the coffee industry more environmentally friendly.

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EP 1397 Kelvin Ngow - The Longevity of Coffee - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the 2nd of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Malaysian-based 27-year coffee industry veteran Kelvin Ngow from Coffex Coffee and Mono Origine.

In this series, Map It Forward founder and podcast host Lee Safar explores how Kelvin is going about reducing the carbon footprint of his businesses in coffee and why this is imperative to the survival of his brands.

In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Kelvin explore the critical issue of reducing the carbon footprint in the coffee industry.

Kelvin shares insights from his experiences and studies, highlighting the immediate threats posed by climate change, such as increased temperatures and droughts, particularly in Brazil.

He emphasizes the importance of accessing real-time information from the ground to make quicker, more accurate decisions.

Kelvin also discusses the impact of human industrialization on climate and suggests practical steps businesses and individuals can take to reduce their carbon footprint.

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EP 1396 Kelvin Ngow - Trajectory for the Sustainability of Coffee - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the first of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Malaysian-based 27-year coffee industry veteran Kelvin Ngow from Coffex Coffee and Mono Origine.

In this series, Map It Forward founder and podcast host Lee Safar explores how Kelvin is going about reducing the carbon footprint of his businesses in coffee and why this is imperative to the survival of his brands.

In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Kelvin shares his journey of transitioning to a more sustainable coffee business model after attending an impactful agroforestry seminar by Felipe Croce at FAF Coffees.

The discussion covers the early days of Kelvin's coffee career, his experiences in the Malaysian specialty coffee scene, and his efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of coffee.

Kelvin also talks about the importance of intentionality in building a brand and reveals the story and values behind Mono Origine.

Tune in to hear how Kelvin's involvement in sustainable practices aims to create lasting change in the coffee industry.

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