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Climate Week&body=ESG News from Fairtrade America https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1312066?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Responsible Production & Consumption](/CSR-News/responsible-production-consumption-0) # Media Alert: Advocate for a Future Without Exploitative Trade at D.C. Climate Week ##### Fairtrade America Presents a Fairer Model for International Trade in Partnership with the Marketplace of the Future Apr 16, 2026 9:00 AM ET ![Logo for Marketplace of the Future](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/Marketplace%20of%20the%20Future_SingleImage-imageMobile%204x3%20%281%29.jpg "Join Fairtrade America at Marketplace of the Future on April 25.") ![Shopping basket full of Fairtrade groceries](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/Fairtrade-America-Grocery-95-scaled-aspect-ratio-720-515_0.jpg "Your purchases have power. You can make a better future possible by looking for the Fairtrade Mark when grocery shopping. ") ![Logo for Marketplace of the Future](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/Marketplace%20of%20the%20Future_SingleImage-imageMobile%204x3%20%281%29.jpg?h=458036d0 "Join Fairtrade America at Marketplace of the Future on April 25.") ![Shopping basket full of Fairtrade groceries](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/Fairtrade-America-Grocery-95-scaled-aspect-ratio-720-515_0.jpg?h=677c281b "Your purchases have power. You can make a better future possible by looking for the Fairtrade Mark when grocery shopping. ") **WHO** Fairtrade America, Marketplace of the Future, D.C. Climate Week **WHAT** Approaching its 10th annual event in NYC, the Marketplace of the Future is the longest running consecutive event in NYC Climate Week history and is making its second year return in D.C. this month. The [Marketplace of the Future](https://www.marketplaceofthefuture.com/), as one of [D.C. Climate Week’s](https://www.dcclimateweek.com/) primary features, shows the public what the future could look like if we give ourselves full permission to envision the ideas, products, services that collectively form a model of a healed planet - whether it’s repair stations or solar infrastructure companies. Marketplace of the Future offers achievable steps toward creating a more sustainable future. [Fairtrade America](https://www.fairtrade.net/us-en.html) sees a future where exploitative trade no longer exists, where fair trade becomes the normalized, integrated structure of global trade. We see a future where consumers don’t have to *choose* Fairtrade products because fair trade practices like market minimums and additional premiums are built into standard practice. You’ll see Fairtrade America at this year’s D.C. Climate Week Marketplace for the Future, representing a future where all individuals - farmers, traders, manufacturers, shippers, labelers and consumers - equitably share trade’s benefits. **WHEN** April 25, 2026 12-10:00 p.m. Eastern **WHERE** The Square at 1875 I. St. N.W. Washington, D.C. **WHY** Fairtrade works to rebalance trade, making it a system rooted in partnership and mutual respect rather than exploitation. It's about businesses, shoppers, farmers and workers all working together so we can all experience the benefits of trade. We envision a future where all producers can enjoy secure and sustainable livelihoods, fulfil their potential and decide on their future. Despite mounting pressure from economic uncertainty and inflation, recent consumer research from GlobeScan shows that 72% of U.S. consumers who said they have seen the Fairtrade Mark are willing to pay more for a product to help farmers earn a fair price. In fact, ⅔ of shoppers who know Fairtrade are willing to pay more for certified products: $1.50 more for a Fairtrade bar of chocolate, $3.40 more for a bag of Fairtrade coffee and $0.80 more per pound for Fairtrade bananas. **ABOUT FAIRTRADE AMERICA** Fairtrade America works to rebalance trade, making it a system rooted in partnership and mutual respect rather than exploitation. It's about businesses, shoppers, farmers and workers all working together so we can all experience the benefits of trade. Fairtrade America is the U.S. branch of Fairtrade International, the original and global leader in fair trade certification with more than 30 years of experience working for fair trading practices in more than 30 countries across the globe. A non-profit 501(c)3 organization, Fairtrade America is part of the world's largest and most recognized fair trade certification program — part of a global movement for change. Learn more at [fairtrade.net](http://www.fairtradeamerica.org/), and by connecting with Fairtrade America on [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/FairtradeMarkUS), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/fairtrademarkus/) and [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/fairtrade-america/). Fairtrade takes human rights, sustainability and trade personally. Though consequences often go unseen, companies’ and consumers’ choices have human and environmental costs. By choosing Fairtrade, businesses, shoppers, farmers and workers can create a better world - one that puts people and planet over profits. Together, we can prioritize global partnership and our shared humanity. **ABOUT MARKETPLACE OF THE FUTURE** Inspired by the 1939 New York World’s Fair, [Marketplace for the Future](https://www.marketplaceofthefuture.com/) in Washington, D.C. is an expo designed to highlight climate solutions and the possibilities of a more sustainable future. Scheduled for April 25, 2026, the event will feature exhibitors, panels, live jazz and more to create an immersive experience for attendees. **MEDIA CONTACT** Liz Davis, Fairtrade America 202.930.4349 | ldavis@fairtradeamerica.org [![Fairtrade America Logo](/sites/default/files/2024-08/FBM_USA_HORZ_RGB_POS.png)](/profiles/fairtrade-america) ### More from Fairtrade America ###### [Why Living Incomes Matter ](/news/why-living-incomes-matter) Apr 1, 2026 11:00 AM ET ###### [Fairtrade Statement on Cocoa Market Collapse](/news/fairtrade-statement-cocoa-market-collapse) Mar 11, 2026 11:35 AM ET ###### [Year of the Woman Farmer Call for Action: Build Supply Chains That Work for Everyone](/news/year-woman-farmer-call-action-build-supply-chains-work-everyone) Mar 2, 2026 8:00 AM ET ###### [Fairtrade America: Statement on Cocoa Alternatives](/news/fairtrade-america-statement-cocoa-alternatives) Jan 27, 2026 7:30 AM ET ###### [Fairtrade Businesses Lead Sustainability Push Into 2026](/news/fairtrade-businesses-lead-sustainability-push-2026) Jan 13, 2026 7:00 AM ET ###### [Fairtrade America: Statement on White House Amendments to Executive Order 14257 (Tariffs)](/news/fairtrade-america-statement-white-house-amendments-executive-order-14257-tariffs) Nov 20, 2025 8:00 AM ET ###### [Four Industry Veterans Join Fairtrade America Board to Champion Sustainable Supply Chains](/news/four-industry-veterans-join-fairtrade-america-board-champion-sustainable-supply-chains) Nov 4, 2025 8:00 AM ET ###### [Fairtrade America: Statement on "No Coffee Tax Act"](/news/fairtrade-america-statement-no-coffee-tax-act) Oct 27, 2025 8:00 AM ET