Is your coffee green? You bet it is!
We're not talking about "green coffee," we mean green coffee...
At Smoking Gun Coffee Roasters, our mission has always been about more than great tasting coffee—it’s about purpose, connection, and respect. From sourcing beans from multi-generational farmers to roasting in small batches in Chilliwack, we strive to deliver coffee that’s not only delicious, but ethically and sustainably produced. That’s why we’re proud to announce that we are now certified by BC Green Business (BCGB)—an important milestone on our journey as a truly environmentally friendly coffee roaster.
What It Means to Be a Green Business
The BC Green Business certification is a provincially recognized program that helps businesses identify practical, affordable, and impactful ways to reduce their environmental footprint. Businesses undergo an in-depth assessment, receive tailored recommendations, and take action across key areas like water use, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and community engagement.
Certification levels range from Silver to Gold to Green—Green being the highest. For a roaster like us, whose focus is on sustainable coffee, this isn’t just a badge—it’s a commitment to integrity in every cup, from beans to brew.
Brewing Sustainable Change in Every Roast
At Smoking Gun, becoming certified by BCGB means living our values in concrete ways. Here are a few of the steps we’ve taken to align our operations with our ethical coffee ethos:
- Responsible sourcing: We work with small-lot farmers who prioritize land stewardship and community well-being. As highlighted in our BC Green Business profile, our founder’s journey began with a passion for doing good—one cup at a time.
- Energy and waste reduction: We’ve invested in high-efficiency roasting equipment, implemented recycling programs, and reduced waste throughout our production and packaging processes.
- Continuous improvement: Through the BCGB process, we’ve measured and improved our energy, water, and waste metrics, engaging our team and community in sustainability efforts.
- Eco-friendly operations: From our Chilliwack café to our online shipping practices, we’re always exploring new ways to make Smoking Gun more environmentally friendly.
Why This Matters for Coffee Lovers Looking for Ethical Coffee
If you’re searching for organic coffee, sustainable coffee, or simply want to enjoy something that’s good for both you and the planet, here’s why our BCGB certification matters:
- Transparency & Accountability: Our certification provides third-party validation that we’re walking the talk—not just making green claims.
- Holistic Sustainability: It goes beyond organic beans—it encompasses sourcing, roasting, packaging, and café operations.
- Community Support: By choosing sustainable roasters, you help support farming families, strengthen local economies, and promote fair, responsible supply chains.
- Environmental Impact: BCGB members collectively save measurable amounts of water, energy, and waste each year.
- Better Coffee Experience: We believe care and intention translate to taste—so your ethical coffee can be as flavourful as it is responsible.
Our Invitation to You
Whether you’re a long-time fan of Smoking Gun Coffee Roasters or just discovering us, we invite you to brew with purpose. When you choose our beans, you’re not only supporting a BC roaster—you’re joining a movement toward truly sustainable coffee.
Each cup you brew helps us continue improving, learning, and reducing our footprint. So next time you pour a cup of Smoking Gun, know that you’re part of something bigger: a collective effort to create a more environmentally friendly coffee industry.
Thank you for being part of our journey—and for helping us do good, one cup at a time.