Why
Weathering the Storm
Mindanao is the bread basket of the Philippines, just like Phitsanulok Province is to Thailand, and also home to hundreds of cacao producing farms and families. Chocolate is made from Cacao and sugarcane, both of which are important agricultural products of Southeast Asia. No other region is more threatened by climate change than Southeast Asia.
But there are things that can be done locally to mitigate the damage of floods and typhoons such as planting shade trees to help regulate temperature and humidity levels, creating a more favorable environment for cacao trees; and implementing efficient irrigation practices. Also, developing climate-resilient cacao varieties is possible, and doing research and development of cacao cultivars with higher tolerance to extreme weather conditions. Plus, implementing practices like agroforestry to enhance soil health and biodiversity.
Southeast Asia and Climate Change
Here is what the World Bank projects about Climate Change in Southeast Asia: Based on the study, climate change clearly poses a threat to human survival. It foretells of the submergence of coastal communities due to sea-level rise. It also projects the occurrence of frequent and stronger typhoons, and of prolonged, intense heat in the summers and heavy rains and flooding during rainy season. It also tells of the dire consequences of these natural catastrophes to human habitation, food supply, the degradation of ecosystem services and eventual extinction of some species. This clearly shows that climate change is a development issue that threatens the gains and economic development attained in past decades. Agriculture, for instance, which relies on a stable, regular weather pattern will be adversely affected, if such pattern is disrupted by climate change.
Collective Action
Every penny of profit from the sale of chocolate and other products produced by The People’s Chocolate of Asia will be used to relieve the suffering of those farmers who have been the most impacted as well as working with sister organizations to communicate the problems that climate change is causing.
Such projects as nature-based solutions, listed above will be a focal point of the organization and other initiatives to alleviate, protect, and mitigate the future disasters caused by severe weather.
The People's Chocolate of Asia
Ethical Chocolate for a Sustainable Future
At The People's Chocolate of Asia, we're a non-profit dedicated to crafting the world's finest chocolate while fighting climate change. 100% of our profits are reinvested into initiatives that combat floods and typhoons and support sustainable farming practices. Discover the rich, decadent combination of our ethically-sourced Asian cacao and Archipelago sugar cane and join us in our mission to mitigate, protect and alleviate flood disasters in Asia.
Sugarcane from Southeast Asia
Naturally, you can't make bar chocolate without sugar. As early as 1750’s sugar was already being exported by Asia. Among the first foreign
markets were Spain, China, India and other Asian countries. Australia was also once an importer of
Asian sugar. In 1796, sugar trade with the United States began with an initial shipment of about 350
metric tons
Sustainable Farming
We believe that sustainable farming practices are essential for the health of our planet and our customers. That's why we use natural fertilizers, crop rotation, and other sustainable practices to grow our produce.
Supporting Local Communities
Supporting Local Communities
We are proud to be a part of the local community and support local initiatives. We plan to work with local sfarms and other sister organizations to provide educational programs and donate 100% of our profits to alleviate, mitigate and protect against climate change and perhaps most importantly, to help farmers adapt to the circumstance..