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A Revolutionary Step in Sustainable Retail

In the quest for sustainability, two powerhouses, Univers—a leader in AI technology for energy—and Starbucks China have formed a groundbreaking partnership. This collaboration is set to redefine the landscape of green retail from the store to the supplier, blending cutting-edge technology with environmental responsibility.

The Essence of the Partnership

Announced in Singapore on July 29, 2025, this partnership aims to accelerate sustainability throughout the entire supply chain of Starbucks China. By leveraging Univers' advanced AI and IoT solutions, Starbucks is now equipped to digitally monitor, measure, and actively reduce the Scope-3 emissions of its entire supplier network. This initiative offers transparency that empowers Starbucks to drive actionable reductions in emissions, support its suppliers in transitioning to low-carbon processes, and comply with evolving climate regulations.

Greener Stores

Starbucks is not only making its stores more environmentally friendly but also smarter. Over 7,500 Starbucks locations are now connected to an innovative AI and IoT platform developed through the collaboration of Univers and Starbucks. This approach allows for the real-time and remote monitoring of over eight types of equipment in each store, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), lighting, and water filtration systems. By optimizing energy consumption through AI insights, the experience for both partners and customers is enhanced, creating a more efficient operational environment.

Enhancing the Supply Chain

Utilizing Univers’ EnOSTM Ark Carbon Management System, this partnership aims to develop a comprehensive platform for carbon management in the supply chain. This platform will enable the tracking of carbon emissions across all key suppliers and products, including milk, beverages, food items, and packaging—all critical contributors to Starbucks' carbon footprint.

Milk, identified as the largest single source of carbon emissions in the Starbucks supply chain, has prompted the companies to develop a digital management tool for sustainable dairy farming. This comprehensive tool facilitates the auditing of CO2 baseline levels, planning for decarbonization, and implementing pilot solutions on dairy farms, ensuring a more sustainable supply of this vital ingredient.

Securing Starbucks' Future

Thanks to Univers' global innovation in AI and IoT, Starbucks can now ensure its future operational needs are met through the next-generation intelligent edge computing device known as One-Box. This device integrates computing power and hardware management across five local application scenarios, from point-of-sale systems to intelligent control terminals in stores.

By embedding Univers' EnOSTM Ark Carbon Management Platform into its comprehensive sustainability strategy, Starbucks takes a significant leap toward safeguarding its energy transition for the future. This strategy combines technology, data, and cross-industry collaboration, setting new standards for decarbonization in the food and beverage sector.

About Univers

Univers is a globally recognized provider of AI solutions in the energy sector. Their EnOSTM platform empowers companies to tackle complex energy challenges through intelligent data-driven insights. With 365 million connected devices and managing 845 GW of renewable energy, Univers stands out as an AI-native company delivering end-to-end energy management solutions that support businesses at every stage of their energy transition. For further details, you can explore their offerings at univers.com.