We focus on the principle of circularity in the design of our capsules, accessories, coffee machines, and packaging, aiming to incorporate more recycled and recyclable materials.

Nespresso capsules are made of aluminum, which provides perfect protection for the coffee from air, moisture, and light, ensuring that the high-quality roasted and ground coffee remains fresh until the moment of preparation. Additionally, aluminum has the important advantage of being infinitely recyclable.

Nespresso has established a global capsule collection system for the recycling of capsules, which is now available in 70 countries.

Every part of our coffee capsules is recyclable and can be selectively collected. We provide free collection bags for this purpose, which can be returned to our Boutiques or through our courier service.

Every aluminum capsule returned to Nespresso is recycled. The collected capsules are sent to our processing partner in Debrecen. During the processing, the aluminum and coffee grounds are separated and recycled separately. The aluminum can be transformed into a wide range of products, while the used coffee grounds in the capsules are composted and repurposed.

Our capsules are made with 80% recycled aluminum, significantly reducing the energy required for their production compared to using new aluminum.

Sustainability topics | Climate change, carbon footprint, recycling