Sustainability
Sustainability at Reber - step by step towards a livable future
As a family-owned company with the highest standards of quality, we take responsibility along the entire value chain – from raw material sourcing to packaging. Our goal: Enjoy chocolate while protecting nature and biodiversity.
Our guidelines
We believe that companies should actively contribute to a better future. That’s why sustainability is an integral part of our goals and actions. As a family company with the highest standards of quality, we are committed to the generational contract: producing today in a way that leaves tomorrow with livable prospects.
What we are working on – across the value chain:
– responsible sourcing (e.g. certified raw materials)
– climate-neutral production at our Bad Reichenhall site (since 2024)
– resource-efficient, low-waste processing
– reduction & recycling of our packaging materials
Our goal: Every improvement brings us closer to a fully sustainable value chain – step by step.
Our milestones
2024: Recycling instructions for clear sorting
Gradual introduction of transparent recycling instructions on packaging – making it clear at a glance which component belongs to which recycling stream
2024: Climate-neutral production in Bad Reichenhall
With the commissioning of a photovoltaic system on our production and storage buildings (approx. 4,400 m²), we generate electricity on-site and save around 500 t CO₂ annually – equivalent to about 400 flights between Frankfurt and New York.
2022: Recyclability & less virgin plastic
Offering a premium product in high quality over its total life cycle is mandatory for us. That´s why packaging plays an important role in food protection. To reduce packaging material and save plastic, we are taking the following steps: Introduction of trays made with > 70% recycled plastic (e.g. Mozart-Kugel Dark Chocolate) Testing of cellulose outer film as an alternative to conventional plastic film
2017: More sustainable cocoa
100% UTZ-certified cocoa. UTZ is now part of the Rainforest Alliance. The two organisations joined forces in 2018 to create a better future for people and nature. Learn more at www.rainforest-alliance.org
2014: 100% Palm Oil-free
Since 2014 we have completely eliminated palm oil and use only high-quality cocoa butter in our Reber specialties. Why palm oil-free? Palm oil is a commonly used ingredient in confectionery – but conventional cultivation can have serious consequences for the environment and biodiversity. Rainforests are often cleared to make way for new plantations, destroying the habitats of endangered species such as orangutans and elephants. We want to produce confectionery that not only tastes delicious, but is also produced responsibly. Our decision to avoid palm oil is a contribution to nature and species conservation – without compromising on taste.
2014: Natural flavours
100% use of natural flavours in our specialties
2013: Lower CO2 emissions
Extensive modernization of our production facility to reduce CO₂ emissions
2013: Sustainable cocoa & first certification
UTZ certification: Start of sustainable cocoa sourcing and first UTZ certification
2024: Looking ahead
We haven’t reached our goal yet. Currently, we are working on further reducing the plastic content in packaging – for example, by eliminating window films or using alternative materials. Our motto: continuous improvement instead of standing still and honest communication about our steps.
