From cpaaustralia.com.au: The global chocolate industry faces significant sustainability challenges, including child labour, climate change, and fair pay for farmers, with over 1.56 million children working illegally in cocoa production.

Initiatives such as the World Cocoa Foundation’s new Framework of Action and the implementation of stringent regulations like the European Union’s Regulation on Deforestation-free Products aim to improve the conditions in the cocoa supply chain.

Companies like Tony’s Chocolonely promote ethical sourcing and fair compensation, showing a shift towards more sustainable practices in response to consumer demand for transparency and quality.