reUser provides a mobile app that enables institutions to offer reusable takeout container programs. Users earn tokens by returning used containers, which can then be redeemed for clean ones, reducing single-use packaging waste.
Funding
$100K 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.
Founders
Product
Problem
Single-use takeout containers contribute significantly to waste and disposal costs for dining services and create environmental concerns. Existing reusable container programs often face challenges with container loss and inconvenience for users.
Solution
reUser provides a mobile app and container tracking system that enables institutions to implement and manage reusable takeout container programs. The system incentivizes users to return containers by rewarding them with tokens for each returned container. These tokens can then be redeemed for clean containers, creating a closed-loop system. The mobile app streamlines the process for users, making it convenient to check out and return containers. reUser also provides setup materials and support to help institutions launch and maintain their reusable container programs.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes university campuses, corporate dining facilities, and military mess halls seeking to reduce waste and lower takeout packaging expenses.
Features
- Mobile app for checking out and returning containers
- Container tracking technology to monitor container usage and returns
- Token-based reward system to incentivize participation
- QR code scanning for container check-out and return
- Support for university campuses, corporate dining, and military mess halls
- Setup materials including labels, posters, and containers
- Containers made in the U.S. from 50% recycled plastic