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How and Where To Recycle Coffee Pods (primonatura.co.uk)
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[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

I specifically bought into the Nespresso ecosystem after swearing off k cups based on some of the same research. I don't really have access to composting so this is the best solution available to me.

Nespresso gives you either a return to store or a pre labeled UPS return bag each time you buy pods. I now own two machines and take one with me on longer road trips.

Nespresso is also trialing a coffee pod made from coffee that is completely compostable. I wish more products were designed this well and I wish plastic K cups would get the ban they deserve.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Nespresso is owned by Nestle just fyi

[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 weeks ago

This article from 2017 points out that 10 companies control nearly everything food related we buy. https://www.good.is/Business/food-brands-owners-rp

Nespresso, despite Nestle's ownership is sourcing 95% of it's coffee from certified sustainable sources.

Here's a statement on how Nespresso is transitioning to Fairtrade. https://www.fairtradeamerica.org/why-fairtrade/global-impact/impact-stories/nespresso-how-to-build-resilient-farming-communities/

So yes, I know that Nespresso is owned by and benefits Nestle. But I also know that Nespresso has high ethical standards that are demonstrated in their commitment to sustainability from farm to recycling.