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Exploring the compostable coffee capsule market

Perfect Daily Grind

One of these alternatives is compostable coffee capsules. Although recyclable capsules are an option for consumers, the waste disposal solutions aren’t always straightforward. Nespresso and Keurig are two of the biggest global coffee capsule manufacturers, producing capsules made from aluminium and recyclable plastic, respectively.

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Why Restaurants Are Switching to Intelligent Packaging

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant owners are using intelligent packaging to keep food warm, hygienic, presentable, and ready to eat from kitchen to customer plate. Intelligent packaging provides added appeal to the traditional packaging, making it presentable and appetizing. Restaurants Switching Toward Eco-friendly Takeaway Containers.

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What’s the difference between plastic and metal coffee pods?

Perfect Daily Grind

Recyclability & sustainability. And while the production of “virgin” aluminium is energy-intensive, it is infinitely recyclable. A 2019 report from The Aluminium Association found that consumer recycling rates for aluminium cans in the US was almost 50%, while the industry recycling rate was over 63%. 7 plastics.

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July/August 2020 Legal Update

Modern Restaurant Management

Under the Court’s ruling, foie gras could be legally sold to California consumers provided that the seller is located outside of California, the foie gras being purchased is not present within California at the time of sale, the transaction is processed outside of California, and payment is received and processed outside of California.

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How to find sustainable specialty coffee shops and roasters

Perfect Daily Grind

The often-cited Brundtland Report from the International Institute for Sustainable Development defines sustainability as meeting “the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs ”. Then read our article on why recycling single-use coffee cups is so difficult. Enjoyed this?

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Exploring the nutraceutical properties of coffee

Perfect Daily Grind

Nowadays, when managing pulp, most producers create compost,” he tells me. However, while compost and fertilisers are undoubtedly beneficial for farmers, Luis explains that turning pulp into nutraceutical products can create a new revenue stream if there is a market for it.

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What’s Packing Your Food? Restaurant Delivery Packaging Trends

Goliath Consulting

With styrofoam losing favor over more environmentally friendly materials, restaurants are turning to new and innovative products like reusable or compostable containers, then relying on insulated bags to keep meal deliveries hot or cold (5). Presentation. This probably explains the trend of previously-recycled and reusable packaging.