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Áine's Handmade Chocolate

Áine’s Handmade Chocolate, founded in 1999 in Stradone, Co. Cavan, is a premium Irish chocolatier known for crafting high-quality, handmade chocolates. The company supplies luxury confectionery to retailers, hospitality, and corporate clients, and is recognised for its commitment to traditional methods and sustainability.

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Sustainability Achievements

In 2024, Áine’s Handmade Chocolate reduced energy use per unit by, surpassing its milestone target by 14.8% and continuing progress through an ongoing LED lighting review initiative.

  • Target Areas Reported Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Certification, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, and Community Engagement.
  • Exemplary Targets Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Certification, Energy/Emissions, Waste, and Community Engagement
  • Awarded Gold Membership 2021, 2025
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In 2024, Áine’s Handmade Chocolate reduced its energy consumption per unit output from 0.258 kWh/kg in 2023 to 0.213 kWh/kg, surpassing its milestone target by 14.8%. This achievement reflects the company’s strong focus on operational efficiency and sustainability.

A key contributor to this progress was the company’s ongoing LED lighting review initiative. This project involves systematically assessing and replacing existing lighting with energy-efficient LED alternatives where needed, helping to reduce overall electricity usage across the facility.

Áine’s Handmade Chocolate’s energy-saving efforts are particularly notable given the precision required in handmade chocolate production, where temperature control and specialised equipment are essential. Despite these challenges, the company has successfully balanced artisanal quality with environmental responsibility.  

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