Each year, the UK produces over 500,000 tonnes of coffee waste, much of which ends up in landfill, emitting harmful methane. Instead of treating this as waste, we see it as a valuable resource – one that can be repurposed to support sustainable industries, reduce emissions, and promote a circular economy.
How it works
Collection
Waste coffee grounds are collected from cafés, roasters, retail centres, and businesses across the UK by Countrystyle Recycling.
Purification
At Envar, the coffee grounds undergo a rigorous cleaning process to remove impurities and non-organic materials, ensuring only pure organic material moves forward.
Transformation into Sustainable Products
Processed into low-carbon fuel alternatives, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Innovative circular solutions used in composting and agriculture projects.
Positive impact
8,000 tonnes of coffee waste currently recycled, preventing 8.7k tonnes of CO2 emissions.
Goal: 16,000 tonnes recycled next year, equivalent to 168 million more cups of coffee’s worth of energy.
Converting waste into valuable products instead of landfill disposal.
Partnering with Sustainable Businesses
Envar has partnered with Green Olive to begin developing a soil enhancing compost and nutrient-rich soil pellets produced from recycled coffee grounds. This collaboration allows for the exploration and effective utilisation of the agricultural advantages present in recycled coffee grounds. This work between Envar, and Green Olive reflects an approach focused on sustainability and circular economy practices.