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Nespresso Sustainability | Recycle, Reuse & Reduce | Nespresso™ SG
DOING IS EVERYTHING​ BECAUSE COFFEE CAN BE A FORCE FOR GOOD.​
NESPRESSO IS PROUD TO BE A B CORP COMPANY. 

WE ARE NOW ON A JOURNEY TO NET ZERO BY 2050*. 

EXPLORE OUR LOCAL INITIATIVES DONE THROUGH:
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HOW WILL WE GET THERE
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REGENERATIVE COFFEE PRODUCTION
Support coffee farmers that supply to Nespresso transition towards regenerative farming practices and ensuring zero deforestation.
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TREE PLANTING AND REFORESTATION
Scale our track record of 5 million tree planting within and around the coffee farms to further remove carbon from the atmosphere.
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ECODESIGN
Focus on circularity and innovation, increasing the use of recycled and recyclable materials in the design of our capsules, accessories and machines.
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RECYCLING, REUSING, REDUCING
In Singapore, active steps are taken in our daily operations to reduce, reuse and encourage recycling.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY RECYCLING
#ONEPODATATIME
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY RECYCLING
#ONEPODATATIME
Request for complimentary recycling bags when you place your coffee order.
Fill your recycling bag with used coffee capsules and pass it to the courier when he delivers your next order.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY RECYCLING <br/>#ONEPODATATIME
The used coffee grounds are then extracted and sent to our partner farms to be turned into compost to grow vegetables.
HOW TO RECYCLE
STEP 1

STEP 1

Place your used Nespresso capsules inside our sealed recycling bag (or any bag of your choice).
STEP 2

STEP 2

RECYCLE AT HOME / WORK

Give this bag to the delivery person on your next coffee order.

IN BOUTIQUES

Drop it off at any Nespresso boutique, pop-up boutiques or selected electronic stores. Locate Nespresso recycling points.
STEP 3

STEP 3

Used coffee grounds are sent to our partner farms to be turned into compost to grow vegetables such as mini Cai Xin.
STEP 4

STEP 4

Aluminium casings are turned to recycled aluminium and given a second life such as pens, bicycle frames and more.
RECYCLE TO WIN
#ONEPODATATIME
RECYCLE TO WIN WAVE 3
Recycle your used Nespresso capsules from 1 Aug to 30 Nov 2024 and stand to win a Velosophy Bike or Caran d'Ache pencil*.
CONTEST PERIOD
DRAW DATE
1 Aug - 30 Nov 2024
10 Dec 2024

Winners notified by 19 Dec 2024.

Prizes collected by 15 January 2025.

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RESULTS FOR
18 MAR - 31 JUL 2024
NEW CAPSULES MADE WITH RECYCLED ALUMINIUM

NEW CAPSULES MADE WITH RECYCLED ALUMINIUM

All our Original and Vertuo range of coffee capsules are made using 80%+ recycled aluminum*​
* With the exception of Vertuo Carafe, Limited Edition and Cold Brew capsules.
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INFINITE POSSIBILITIES OF YOUR USED CAPSULES

INFINITE POSSIBILITIES OF YOUR USED CAPSULES

Your used aluminium, in a new form.
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DELIVERIES ‘OUTSIDE THE BOX’

DELIVERIES ‘OUTSIDE THE BOX’

Home orders now uses a reusable box for deliveries. Say yes to one box, infinite deliveries.
OUR FIRST MACHINE MADE WITH RECYCLED PLASTIC

OUR FIRST MACHINE MADE WITH RECYCLED PLASTIC

The Nespresso Vertuo Next is made using 54% recycled plastic and 95% recycled packaging.
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WE’RE GOING PAPERLESS

WE’RE GOING PAPERLESS

We're making the switch to e-invoices - look out for the e-receipt of your next online order via email.
REDUCING WASTAGE WITH EVERY CUP

REDUCING WASTAGE WITH EVERY CUP

Every cup of Nespresso coffee uses a precise amount of coffee, water and energy for zero wastage.
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LEFT YOUR MACHINE ON?

LEFT YOUR MACHINE ON?

Nespresso coffee machines go into power saving mode when not in use to prevent energy wastage.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH US. GO SUSTAINABLE.

Request for complimentary recycling bags in your next order.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH US. GO SUSTAINABLE.

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YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY RECYCLING, #ONEPODATATIME
Thank you for recycling with Nespresso. Here's how you can give your used capsules a second life:
RECYCLE YOUR NESPRESSO CAPSULES
This World Environment Day, Nespresso renews its #OnePodAtATime sustainability campaign through partnership with Sky Greens, a local low-carbon urban vertical farm.
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RECYCLE TO WIN, #ONEPODATATIME
From 18 March to 30 April 2023 ​, recycle your used Nespresso coffee capsules and stand a chance to win a pair of Second Life Coasters​ in our lucky draw.
RECYCLE TO WIN, #ONEPODATATIME
*Prizes are made with recycled Nespresso capsules
PRIZES UP FOR GRABS
LUCKY DRAW PERIOD
LUCKY DRAW DATE
 
250 Second Life Coasters
18 March – 30 April 2023​
9 May 2023​
Winners notified by 16 May 2023​.
Prizes collected by 12 June 2023​.
PRIZES UP FOR GRABS
250 Second Life Coasters
LUCKY DRAW PERIOD
18 March – 30 April 2023​
LUCKY DRAW DATE
9 May 2023​
Winners notified by 16 May 2023​.
Prizes collected by 12 June 2023​.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT NESPRESSO CAPSULE RECYCLING INITIATIVE
HOW CAN I ENTER THE "RECYCLE TO WIN" LUCKY DRAW?
WHAT IS A FULL BAG OF USED NESPRESSO CAPSULES?
HOW DO I GET RECYCLING BAGS?
HOW WILL I KNOW IF I WON A PRIZE?
I WON A PRIZE, HOW CAN I RETRIEVE IT?
CAN I WIN MANY PRIZES PER LUCKY DRAW?
IS THERE A DEADLINE TO CLAIM MY PRIZE?
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REUSING USED ALUMINIUM TO PROTECT YOUR COFFEE

Our goal is to have the full Nespresso Original Line and Vertuo range of coffee capsules made using 80% recycled aluminium. This is part of our continued journey towards circularity, going further to minimize waste and maximize reuse of product materials.

Aluminium is infinitely recyclable and is one of the most widely recycled materials in the world. Recycled aluminium requires less energy to produce than a virgin product. Aluminium also optimally protects the freshness and aromas of high-quality coffee, providing a perfect barrier against oxygen, light and humidity.

Infinitely recyclable

Perfect barrier to:

Oxygen

Sunlight

Humidity

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THE STORY CONTINUES

What happens to the Nespresso capsule after the last drop of coffee? More than just coffee, it embarks on a purposeful journey and blossoms into something else.

When you recycle your Nespresso capsules, the aluminium can be transformed into new aluminium objects. Infinitely recyclable, it could be transformed into an everyday object such as a pen, bicycle, or a pair of chopsticks.

Discover the endless possibility of recycled aluminium with these second-life objects.

Coasters
Made with 45 recycled capsules
Chopsticks
Made with 30 recycled capsules
RE:CYCLE Velosophy Bike
Made with 300 recycled capsules
Notebook
Cover made with 2 cups of coffee grounds waste and 100% recycled paper
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OUR MOST SUSTAINABLE MACHINE YET
Nespresso introduces Vertuo Next, our first coffee machine made using 54% recycled plastic with recyclable packaging made from 95% recycled material. It operates on a smaller carbon footprint, with a two minute auto shut off and 90 seconds heat up time.
Machine made with 54% recycled plastic.
Packaging
made from 95% recycled material.
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REDUCING WASTAGE WITH EVERY CUP

The Nespresso capsule coffee system and our aim to reduce wastage is no coincidence. Its precision brewing system optimises coffee, energy and water usage, making it a sustainable way for you to enjoy coffee.

While each Nespresso coffee is unique with its own taste and aroma, all our Nespresso coffee capsules contain the right amount of coffee grounds to prevent wastage.

What's more our coffee machines consistently uses the right amount of water and power to extract your favourite coffees.

REDUCING WASTAGE WITH EVERY CUP