Leonidas: A Belgian Chocolatier with a Conscience
Few chocolatiers are as distinctive as Leonidas in the fascinating and varied world of artisan chocolate. In addition to being popular for creating beautiful pralines, Leonidas is devoted to sustainability. As our Master Chocolatiers put it, "What's more normal than caring about nature and humankind when your aim is to create moments of happiness for everyone?" This principle ensures that enjoyment has a purpose and motivates our search for sustainable cocoa.
Sustainable Cocoa: Quality with a Commitment
Sustainable chocolate is more than simply an ingredient at Leonidas; it's a commitment. We choose chocolate that is supplied responsibly for two main reasons:
- It guarantees that our pralines are of the highest calibre.
- It strengthens our commitment to ethical sourcing, which benefits the communities and environment where we get our cocoa.
Partnerships for a Sustainable Future
Since sustainability requires teamwork, we work with prestigious institutions like:
- Rainforest Alliance: A global non-profit organisation working towards maintaining balance between humans and the natural world.
- Cocoa Horizons Foundation: A program dedicated to enhancing the standard of living for cocoa producers and their communities.
Our customers may savour Leonidas chocolates while contributing to worthwhile social and environmental projects thanks to these collaborations.
Supporting Cocoa Farmers: The Heart of Our Craft
The commitment of cocoa producers is the reason behind each tasty praline. At Leonidas, we put their welfare first by implementing community development programs and ethical sourcing practices:
- Every year, we buy a significant quantity of cocoa, mostly from Africa, with an emphasis on sustainability and quality.
- More than 2,450 cocoa growers and their families benefit from our sustainable cocoa commitment, which boosts local economies and raises living standards.
A Ripple Effect of Prosperity and Sustainability
Leonidas has only used certified cocoa in their chocolates since October 1, 2021. This change is consistent with our long-standing custom of using chocolate to promote joy, which dates back to 1913.
Thanks to our certification commitments:
- We advocate for cocoa farmers to receive secure incomes and fair wages.
- Every year, 2,450 farms covering 526 hectares of cocoa-growing land supply more than 3,000 tonnes of cocoa beans.
- In order to secure a brighter future for farmers and their families, we actively support sustainable agriculture techniques.
Working Towards a Better World
At Leonidas, sustainability goes beyond chocolate. We always work to reduce our impact on the environment:
- Packaging that has earned the FSC certification: Every one of our chocolate boxes is recyclable and comes from forests that are managed responsibly.
- Short supply chains: Whenever feasible, we use materials that are sourced locally.
- Eco-friendly packaging: Moving to even more sustainable materials for our bags and packaging is our next move.
Sustainable Chocolate, Same Price
According to Leonidas, everyone should be able to purchase ethical chocolate. We do this without increasing our retail prices in order to cover all sustainability costs.
Because of our dedication to affordability, anyone may enjoy our chocolates and help create a more sustainable world.
The 'Beyond Chocolate' charter, a Belgian initiative, is a component of our larger mission and is committed to:
- Fighting the loss of forests
- Supplying a respectable income to cocoa farmers
- Keeping kids safe in areas that produce cocoa
Leonidas strives to promote a better world while upholding the greatest standards in chocolate-making by using only premium ingredients, 100% pure cocoa butter, and no palm oil. In addition to enjoying a delectable treat, selecting Leonidas supports an ethical and sustainable chocolate industry.