ForestGum

Köln, DEImpact-drivenPrivate SectorSustainable ProductsClimate & Environmental Protection

Impact3Sustainability Goals

Employees11 - 50

Founded2019

LocationKöln

About ForestGum

Founded in Cologne in 2019, ForestGum specializes in plastic-free chewing gums and vegan fruit gums. Operating under the motto "Chew good, do good," the organization offers sustainable and natural confectionery alternatives. Its products, including sugar-free chewing gums made from natural rubber and fruit gums with real fruit juices, are available in compostable or FSC-certified packaging. With eleven employees, ForestGum has a nationwide presence in Germany and actively contributes to forest protection through its "Wildwuchs" project, establishing a 100-hectare protected area in North Rhine-Westphalia. The organization enjoys positive customer reception with a 4.5 out of 5-star rating.

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Sustainability Goals

Responsible Consumption & Production

Sustainable Confectionery for Responsible Consumption
Forest Gum offers plastic-free chewing gums and vegan fruit gums in eco-friendly packaging, reducing waste and promoting sustainable product alternatives for consumers.

Life on Land

Forest Protection and Sustainable Raw Materials
The organization actively contributes to the protection of forests and natural resources by using natural rubber instead of plastic and FSC-certified paper for its product packaging.

Climate Action

Reducing Plastic Waste for Climate Protection
Through its plastic-free products and compostable packaging, Forest Gum helps minimize waste and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, indirectly supporting climate action efforts.

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What is ForestGum's mission?

ForestGum aims to integrate sustainable routines into everyday life. Its core mission emphasizes offering sustainable and natural confectionery alternatives that are plastic-free and contribute to forest protection, guided by the motto "Chew good, do good."

What products does ForestGum offer?

ForestGum offers plant-based, plastic-free chewing gums and vegan fruit gums. Fruit gums like Cola Crush and Fruity Bears are made with real fruit juices and natural ingredients, while chewing gums such as Strong Mint are sugar-free and use natural rubber instead of plastic.

How does ForestGum contribute to environmental protection?

ForestGum contributes to environmental protection through its "Wildwuchs" project, launched in 2023. This project establishes a 100-hectare forest protection area in North Rhine-Westphalia, regenerating an ecosystem, binding 17,000 tons of CO2, and providing habitat for native species. Additionally, products are plastic-free and packaging is compostable.

Where is ForestGum located and what is the team size?

ForestGum is headquartered in Cologne, Germany. The team consists of eleven employees, and their products are available nationwide through relevant retailers in Germany.

Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does ForestGum support?

ForestGum primarily supports SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), secondarily SDG 15 (Life on Land), and tertiarily SDG 13 (Climate Action).