Ricardo Garcia
CEO
CK
Coffee Kreis
Coffee Kreis transforms recycled coffee grounds into sustainable consumer products, utilizing a circular economy model that repurposes waste materials to create durable and reusable items. This approach diverts millions of tons of coffee waste from landfills, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.
- Clean Technology
- Consumer Goods
Updated 7 months ago
Funding
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Problem
Millions of tons of used coffee grounds are discarded annually, contributing to landfill waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and soil damage due to acidic leachate. Traditional disposal methods fail to recognize the potential of coffee grounds as a valuable resource.
Solution
Coffee Kreis transforms discarded coffee grounds into sustainable and reusable consumer products, diverting waste from landfills and reducing environmental impact. By collecting used coffee grounds from various commercial sources, Coffee Kreis employs a circular economy model to create durable items like coffee cups and saucers. These products offer a sustainable alternative to conventional, petroleum-based plastics, promoting a closed-loop system where materials are repurposed and reused. The Kreis Way recycle program collects end-of-life Kreis Cups and repurposes them into new cups.
Target Audience
Coffee shops, restaurants, offices, hotels, and environmentally conscious consumers seeking sustainable alternatives to traditional disposable products.
Features
- Products made with up to 30% recycled coffee grounds.
- Sustainable, reusable, and recyclable materials.
- Circular business model designed to minimize waste.
- Products are free from petroleum-based plastics.
- Kreis Way recycle program to repurpose used cups.