Nespresso is the pioneer in premium, single-serve coffee. While Nespresso capsules are made from aluminum, which is infinitely recyclable, they do not always reach recycling facilities.
How it works: Nespresso offers consumers pre-paid recycling bags to return used capsules. These can be dropped off at one of 88,000 UPS drop-off locations or 500 collection points in Nespresso Boutiques or other participating retailers.
Capsules are then sent to recycling partners who separate the coffee grounds from the aluminum. The clean aluminum is processed and reused, while coffee grounds are composted into nutrient-rich soil used for landscaping.
“At Nespresso, sustainability is at the core of all we do. Our long-running relationship with UPS enables us to provide convenient recycling options for Nespresso consumers, bolster product circularity and use coffee as a force for good,” said Jessica Padula, VP of Marketing and Interim VP of Sustainability, Nespresso USA
Driven by integrity: UPS remains focused on making credible, purposeful changes to adapt and achieve our sustainability goals at every step along the supply chain. We also have an entire dedicated team to help our clients do the same.
Our UPS Customer Solutions experts listen to our customers and offer solutions such as UPS carbon neutral shipping, supply chain optimization, package design, testing and carbon calculations to help them with their sustainability journey.