The ecotainer™

Working with International Paper (IP), we developed the ecotainer™ — an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional paper cups. Paper for the ecotainer™ comes from sustainably managed
tree farms, so there’s no damage to old-growth forests. And its liner, made from a corn-based polymer, breaks down under proper composting conditions.

So far, we estimate that this product decision has kept over one million pounds of petrochemicals out of landfills by using these unique, sustainable materials. The Specialty Coffee Association of America recognized this innovative product with its 2007 Sustainability Award.


For more information on the ecotainer™, go to www.ecocupinfo.com.

 ecoTainer cup

 



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Where We've Been in FY '08
Where We're Going in FY '09
Sources of Energy
Our Thermal Footprint
Our Carbon Footprint
Changing Climate Change
Waste Reduction
The Keurig® Single-Cup Brewing System
The ecotainer™
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