This startup manufactures recyclable cups and food ware designed to eliminate single-use plastic waste at live events through a rentable and reusable system. Their application tracks waste and infrastructure, facilitating turn-key operations that promote circularity and enhance connections between restaurant operators and their customers.
Funding
$15.2M 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
Live events and venues generate significant single-use plastic waste from cups and foodware, contributing to environmental pollution and landfill overflow. Current recycling and composting solutions often fall short in effectively reducing the carbon footprint associated with disposable serveware.
Solution
r.World offers a reusable serveware system designed to eliminate single-use waste at live events and venues. The company provides a range of durable, high-quality reusable cups, plates, and other foodware, along with comprehensive support services to ensure high return rates. Their turn-key solution includes collection bins, customized signage, on-site staff training, delivery and pickup services, and a management application to track orders and environmental impact. r.World's system is supported by proprietary wash technology, AI-powered quality assurance, and QR/RFID tracking to maintain hygiene and optimize operations.
Target Audience
r.World primarily serves sports and music venues, convention centers, corporations, concessionaires, and event producers seeking to reduce waste and improve sustainability.
Features
- Wide selection of reusable cups, plates, and serveware suitable for various events and venues
- Collection bins (indoor, outdoor, and dumpster options) with customizable branding
- Customized guest signage to promote engagement and increase return rates
- On-site staff training to ensure proper handling and maximize return efficiency
- On-site support for strategic bin placement and program launch assistance
- Marketing materials, including social media support and website content
- 24/7/365 delivery and pickup services for flexible inventory management
- r.Turn application for order placement, delivery tracking, and data analysis
- Monthly environmental reports to track and communicate sustainability impact
- Proprietary wash technology with Ecolab partnership for world-class sanitization
- AI-powered quality assurance system and QR/RFID technology for tracking and quality control