Recycling coffee waste into sustainable products
Country in which the innovation is available:
Latvia
Name of the innovation:
Recycling coffee waste into sustainable products
Innovator:
Koffeco
CRT Category:
Food
What is this innovation about?
Koffeco is a startup that transforms coffee waste into eco-friendly products like oils that are widely consumed by the cosmetics and food industries, biodegradable tableware, and solid biofuel such as charcoal. By collecting coffee waste from establishments such as cafes, fuel stations and offices, this innovative approach not only reduces landfill waste but also mitigates methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas released by decomposing coffee grounds. This approach supports a circular economy, creating value from waste and promoting sustainability.
What’s in it for a tourism SME?
Tourism SMEs, such as hotels, cafes, and restaurants, generate substantial coffee waste, which releases methane, a gas harmful to the environment because it traps heat in the atmosphere and contributes to climate change. Partnering with Koffeco can allow SMEs to manage coffee waste sustainably, demonstrating their commitment to making their operations more sustainable and enhancing their environmental credentials. The adoption of this innovative approach to coffee waste can also translate into lower disposal costs and might spark positive word-of-mouth, potentially attracting a broader customer base.
Consider that:
Coffee waste has limited application in the recycling economy and hasn’t been considered as a product harming ecology until today. Therefore, the innovative character of this initiative and its potential impact should not be underestimated. However, SMEs should consider that adopting Koffeco’s solution may require reasonable adjustments to waste management practices.
Keywords:
Coffee waste, circularity, recycling, biodegradable, biofuel, cost savings.
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