Brewing a Sustainable Future at Jarrod’s Coffee

​Fall 2025

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Summary
Implemented targeted sustainability upgrades at Jarrod’s Coffee, Tea & Gallery to reduce operational costs and
environmental impact across energy, water, and waste systems. Guided by professional audits and implemented
by specialized partners, the project delivered measurable efficiency gains, including a 30% reduction in electricity
use, saving 4,000 kWh annually, avoiding 2.8 tons of CO2 emissions, and generating $1,000+ in annual energy cost
savings.
Water conservation upgrades resulted in 35,000 gallons of water saved annually, while food waste diversion
through the Mill food recycler redirected 750 lbs of organic waste per year, producing 450 lbs of nutrient-rich soil
for on-site gardening. Additional waste-reduction strategies eliminated approximately 6,000 single-use plastic
cups annually, reinforcing long-term sustainability at a key community and cultural hub in Mesa.

Project Lead
Neha Karanjia

Project Team
Tim Whitney | Kyleigh Brown | Elizabeth Pardhe | Ashley Weisman

Project Partner
Jarrod’s Coffee, Tea & Gallery

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