The Biocaf TeamNov 23, 20216 minApplying "Reduce. Reuse. Recycle." at UrnexRather than focusing solely on end-of-life outcomes for our products, at Urnex, we consider broader means of reducing waste and energy.
Sierra Wen Xin YeoAug 27, 202112 minPower to the Pod!They’re commonly seen to be a ubiquitous part of the middle-class, suburban lifestyle; an innocuous status symbol that nevertheless...
Ashley RodriguezJul 19, 202119 minThe Best Plant Milks for Frothing at HomeMilkadamia and Oatly were two of the plant milks tested In the past year, you’ve probably adjusted your coffee-drinking routine. Instead...
Erika KossJun 25, 20214 minWhat To Do with Used Coffee Grounds at Home? If you’re brewing coffee at home, you can reuse your grinds for many purposes. Here are some ideas.
Ashley RodriguezMay 25, 20213 minWhat's the Best Material for Coffee Packaging?Alejandro Escobar, founder and owner of Pare de Dormir, finds value for his business, his customers, and the environment.
Ashley RodriguezApr 21, 20214 minSwitching to Oat Milk - And Upping SustainabilityThe newest Onyx cafe serves oat milk as the default for espresso drinks. What Urnex Ambassador Andrea Allen found were unique solutions...
Erika KossApr 1, 20214 minA Business with a Mission: Chepsangor Coffee in Nandi, KenyaIf you’ve heard of the hills of Nandi county, Kenya, it may be thanks to Eliud Kipchoge, a native of this region, who recently became the...
Ashley RodriguezFeb 12, 20214 minComposting: At Home and in the CafeGive your coffee a second life by composting - Rory Van Grol of Ugly Duck Coffee will show you how.
Umeko MotoyoshiNov 4, 20207 minDigital Coffee Events: A Sustainable FutureMiMo creates a coffee cocktail while competing in The Barista League’s first online season. Still from MiMo’s self-shot video. Events are...
Erika KossOct 23, 20208 minWill Travel For Coffee: Sustainability in Global Coffee TravelHow much of our coffee travels is necessary, and do the negative environmental impacts outweigh the benefits?
Umeko MotoyoshiSep 8, 20207 minInstant Coffee and the EnvironmentSo what is the environmental impact of all this instant? A tough question, given the complex and often opaque value streams involved...
The Biocaf TeamAug 24, 20206 minThe Case for CascaraHundreds of years ago, the Indigenous Peoples of the American Great Plains were masters of resourcefulness. If a group of hunters managed...
Umeko MotoyoshiAug 12, 20206 minProud Mary Chills OutOnce taboo in specialty coffee, the humble freezer is fast gaining acceptance as a viable tool for extending coffee’s shelf life.
Erika KossJul 14, 20206 minPartnerships in the Time of COVID: an Example from KenyaSacrifice, resilience, and creative partnerships in Kenya amidst COVID-19
Umeko MotoyoshiJun 19, 202029 minAddressing Anti-Blackness in Specialty CoffeeA sustainable coffee industry requires policies & actions that ensure the financial, emotional & physical well-being of all stakeholders...
Sierra Wen Xin YeoJun 1, 202013 minDebunking Dairy AlternativesWe address the three most popular plant-based alternatives today - soya, almond and oat drink - on several facets of sustainability.
Umeko MotoyoshiMay 20, 202013 minMeasuring Coffee Extraction (And Why It Makes People Mad)Understanding extraction yield can help you use less coffee: a win for both the environment and your business' bottom line.
Erika KossApr 22, 20207 minCertifications 101: An Introduction for Specialty Coffee ProfessionalsCertifications have the potential to offer sustainable solutions for coffee farmers, especially during times of crisis...
Sierra Wen Xin YeoApr 3, 20207 minSupporting Long-Term Viability at Origin: Sustainability in SourcingBy supporting projects at origin, investing in long-term relationships, and paying more for coffee, roasters can work with producers...
Umeko MotoyoshiMar 23, 20205 minFreezing Coffee at Home: Everything You Need To KnowFreezing coffee is a remarkably simple way to halt staling, allowing you to enjoy the last cup just as much as the first.