The startup offers a zero-waste packaging platform that utilizes RFID and QR tracking technology to facilitate the borrowing and returning of reusable containers on college campuses and other institutions. By integrating with existing payment and credential systems, it eliminates barriers to reuse, helping organizations reduce waste and operational costs.
Funding
$2.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Institutions, such as college campuses, hospitals, and offices, face challenges in reducing single-use packaging waste and achieving sustainability goals, often struggling with the operational complexities and costs associated with implementing effective reuse programs. Traditional reuse systems can be hampered by logistical barriers like deposits, app downloads, token exchanges, and lack of real-time traceability, hindering widespread adoption.
Solution
Reusables.com offers a technology platform designed to facilitate zero-waste packaging initiatives within institutions by enabling the borrowing and returning of reusable containers. The platform integrates with existing payment and credential systems, such as student IDs and credit cards, to streamline the reuse process and eliminate common barriers. Smart return stations provide 24/7 access and real-time traceability, ensuring security and preventing contamination. By leveraging both RFID and QR tracking, the system offers a reliable and cost-effective method for managing reusable containers, helping organizations reduce waste and lower operational costs.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes college and university campuses, hospitals, and corporate offices seeking to reduce waste and achieve sustainability goals through reusable packaging systems.
Features
- Integration with campus card systems, including Transact, CBORD, Touchnet, and Atrium, using industry-standard Single Sign-On (SSO) protocol
- Support for both RFID and QR code tracking for checkout and return of metal and plastic containers
- Smart return stations providing 24/7 access, security, and contamination prevention
- Real-time traceability of reusable containers
- Integration with existing payment systems, eliminating the need for deposits or token exchanges