Coffee capsules have been criticized for years. At the same time, more and more manufacturers are advertising with terms like "recyclable," "compostable," or "biodegradable." But which capsule actually performs best? The answer is surprising : The capsule with the greenest marketing doesn't always win. Why coffee capsules are problematic in the first place Coffee capsules require significantly more packaging material per cup than classic filter coffee or coffee from a fully automatic machine....

The EU Is Tightening Its Packaging Rules — Significantly The reason is simple: despite recycling, “green” packaging and countless sustainability promises, packaging waste in Europe continues to grow.

Sustainability is a key purchasing factor today. Many products They advertise with terms like "biodegradable", "compostable" or "plastic-free". But on closer inspection, it becomes clear: not everything that seems green is automatically sustainable. A particularly common misconception concerns disposable products. Even if they are made from natural materials, they often perform worse ecologically than durable alternatives. 🌍 The decisive factor: Service life A product's ecological footprint...