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Business Case: Transition from Aluminum to Compostable for Hotels

If you are responsible for or involved in purchasing for a hotel, download the free business case here for the transition from aluminum to 100% compostable.

Make the switch from aluminum to 100% compostable. Discover why biodegradable materials are the future of sustainable packaging and immediately reduce your ecological footprint. Learn all about the transition to a waste-free world.

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Summary: Standards and Certifications Biobased Economy (RVO)

The transition to a biobased economy requires transparency and evidence. To prevent terms like 'bioplastic' or 'compostable' from being misused, the RVO applies strict guidelines based on European standards.

The main key points from the RVO documentation:

EN 13432 Certification: This is the gold standard for compostability. RVO documents confirm that materials with this certificate (such as our coffee capsules) must fully degrade within 12 weeks in an industrial composting facility.
Biobased Content (NEN-EN 16785-1): The RVO emphasizes the importance of independent assessment to determine the actual percentage of renewable raw materials in a product.
MCI and Circularity: The government encourages the use of the Material Circularity Indicator to demonstrate that raw materials are not lost but return to the chain as biological nutrients.
Laws and Regulations: Insight into how biobased materials contribute to Dutch climate goals (such as 50% less primary raw material use by 2030).

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Wageningen University & Research (WUR) – Report 2450

Title: The fate of coffee capsules in the bio-based and circular economy

This large-scale study by Wageningen University & Research (WUR) analyzes the environmental impact of various coffee capsule systems. The report offers an objective comparison between aluminum, fossil plastic, and certified compostable materials.

The main conclusions from the study:

Optimal Circularity: Compostable capsules made from bio-based material score highest in circularity. This is because both the capsule and the coffee grounds (organic waste) are preserved for the biological cycle.
Coffee Grounds as Raw Material: The study shows that coffee grounds are a valuable source of nitrogen. By using compostable cups, the capsule acts as a 'transport medium' to get this valuable organic waste to the compost heap instead of to the incinerator.
MCI Performance: The report substantiates why bio-based capsules can achieve a 100% MCI score, while aluminum and plastic capsules always face material loss and a high energy footprint during recycling.
EN 13432 Validation: WUR confirms that capsules meeting the EN 13432 standard fully degrade in industrial facilities and contribute to high-quality compost.
EN 13432 Certification: This is the gold standard for compostability. Documents from the RVO confirm that materials with this certificate (such as our coffee capsules) must fully degrade within 12 weeks in an industrial composting facility.
Biobased Content (NEN-EN 16785-1): The RVO emphasizes the importance of independent testing to determine the actual percentage of renewable raw materials in a product.
MCI and Circularity: The government encourages the use of the Material Circularity Indicator to demonstrate that raw materials are not lost but return to the chain as biological nutrients.
Laws and Regulations: Insight into how biobased materials contribute to Dutch climate goals (such as 50% less primary raw material use by 2030).

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Checklist: The Perfect Coffee Corner for SMEs

Do you want to elevate your office coffee supply but don't know where to start? Our Coffee Corner Checklist for SMEs helps you identify your organization's needs at your own pace and convenience.

By completing this list beforehand, we can make the follow-up conversation with our advisors much more efficient. You'll have all the important details – from daily consumption to sustainability goals – clearly outlined.

Why complete this checklist?

Time-saving: Go through the most important questions when it suits you.
Tailored Advice: Based on your answers, we can create a customized proposal that perfectly fits your team size.
Focus on Sustainability: Discover immediately how you can make your coffee corner more sustainable.
Complete Overview: From machine maintenance to inventory management, we don't forget anything.

Do you have any questions while filling it out? Our team is always ready to assist you in making the right choices for your business coffee corner.

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Business Coffee Solutions by Henk Pur: The Power of Strategic Collaboration

Sustainable & Circular Office Design: Guidelines for the CSR-conscious Coffee Corner

Fulfill your CSR objectives with a circular design for your coffee corner. This document provides architects with frameworks for sustainable material selection, modular construction, and social impact. Discover how flow and interaction can be combined with circularity and a healthy work environment.

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