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RECYCLING MADE EASY
Because every capsule counts.
NESPRESSO RECYCLING IN 3 EASY STEPS:
1
Get your free recycling bag

add it to your next order or pick one up from a boutique
2
FILL YOUR BAG WITH USED CAPSULES

3
Choose one of our 3 recycling options

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How are my capsules recycled? What happens with them?
After collection, the coffee capsules are sent to a specialist recycling plant in Ireland to
separate the aluminium from the used coffee grounds. The coffee grounds are used to create
soil improver and renewable energy. The aluminium will be transformed into new products such
as beverage cans.
How can I be sure that they are really recycled?
Nespresso works closely with service providers to
ensure that capsules
collected are recycled. Nespresso's recycling program
has been verified by
third party auditors and monthly checks are conducted to monitor the
volume of recycled
capsules.
Why does Nespresso use aluminum when other materials
are available?
Aluminum is the best material to protect the freshness, taste and
quality of the
Nespresso
coffees, maintaining the high-quality standard of the coffee from
roasting to cup. It has a
unique advantage of being infinitely recyclable and thanks to the
robustness of aluminum, there
is no need for additional packaging to protect the freshness and taste.
Recycled aluminum is
extremely versatile. An estimated 75% of all aluminum ever produced is
still in use today,
according to the European Aluminum Association.
Can I open the capsules and only recycle the aluminum part?
The size and weight of small, light aluminium items makes it very
difficult to be sorted and
disposed of in the correct way via normal household recycling. This is
why we have invested in a
range of recycling services and a dedicated processing facility.
How do I know how to recycle used Nespresso capsules in
my area?
Nespresso offers different recycling solutions
depending on where you live in
the UK. Please check the options above to see which is the most
convenient for you.
How much do the bags cost?
Recycling bags are provided free of charge. You can request one with
your next online coffee
order or pick one up in your local Boutique. Alternatively, please call
us on 1800 81 26 60.