If you serve coffee in your business, one of the main conundrums you’ll encounter is which cups to choose. That’s because, while the type of cups coffee is served in might seem like a minor detail to most, as you know, it can make a huge difference to your customers’ enjoyment.
Here, we’ll take a look at paper cups and explain why they’re not just an eco-friendly choice, but also necessary for keeping you out of trouble!
Environmental Impact
First and foremost, paper coffee cups are an environmentally friendly choice, which allows you to significantly reduce your carbon footprint.
On the contrary, single-use plastic cups are notorious for their contribution to pollution and litter. Very often, this litter finds its way into ecosystems such as woodland or waterways, while the rest is destined to sit in a landfill for a few centuries!
Cost-Efficiency
Contrary to the misconception that sustainable packaging is more expensive, it often proves to be cost-effective in the long run. Although the initial investment might be slightly higher, the reduced waste disposal costs and potential savings on materials should help balance the equation.
Moreover, with consumers increasingly appreciating and supporting businesses that make greener choices, this can translate to increased sales from those who share your ecological outlook.
Enhanced Brand Image
If you want to boost your image and be viewed as a vendor who takes a keen interest in protecting the planet, what better way to go about it than paper cups?
If you’d like your cups to showcase your branding, you can do that, too. Paper cups are much easier to customise, and showing off your branding sets you apart from the competition, giving you a competitive advantage.
Abide By Law
Last but by no means least, avoiding single-use items such as plastic coffee cups is now the law after the government introduced a ban on the use of plastic packaging for food businesses.
The ban covers all online and over-the-counter sales and it includes items from new and existing stock. Furthermore, the rules incorporate all types of single-use plastic including biodegradable, compostable and recycled.
For anyone still using single-use plastic, Trading Standards departments and local authorities will have the authority to fine and prosecute. Therefore, assuming you’d rather avoid hefty fines and a black mark on your business’s reputation, it’s always best to abide by the rules and stick to biodegradable packaging.
So those are the main reasons why you should serve your coffee in paper cups. As well as protecting the planet, boosting your reputation with eco-conscious customers and showing off your commitment to sustainability, you’ll also be abiding by the new rules that were recently put in place.
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If you would like to find out more about how Elpack Packaging Solutions can assist your business, or discuss your bespoke packaging needs, get in touch with our expert team today! Call us on 01425 524021 or drop us an email at info@elpack.co.uk
