5 tips to avoid waste at the coffee machine

Just grabbing a cup of coffee at work. Nice moment. But how much waste is actually created around such a vending machine? Think disposable cups, plastic stirrers, sugar sachets ... A shame, because with a few simple adjustments you can make the coffee corner a lot more sustainable.

Here are 5 practical tips to reduce waste at the coffee machine - without sacrificing your coffee moment.

1. Bring your own cup

The easiest step: use a reusable coffee cup. There are plenty of durable and stylish varieties that you can just wash up. Some vending machines even recognize your own mug, so convenient.

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2. Replace plastic stirrers

Plastic or wooden stirrers? Could be better. Opt for a stainless steel spoon or reusable stirrer. Works the same, lasts for years.

3. Use a jar instead of sugar and milk sticks

All those loose bags create a mountain of unnecessary waste. Just put down a jar of sugar and a bottle of (vegetable) milk. Simpler, cheaper and much less waste.

4. Put down a washing-up bowl

Washing dishes at work may sound oldskool, but it prevents cups from disappearing into the dishwasher or trash can. A basic washing-up bowl with hot water works wonders. Especially if you agree with colleagues to keep it up.

5. Make it visible

Hang a small sign at the vending machine with a short message: Use your own mug. Less waste, more taste. This is a friendly way to remind everyone of the sustainable habit without being pedantic.

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Small adjustment, big difference

With these 5 tips, you can turn an ordinary coffee corner into a conscious moment in the workplace. And that's exactly where sustainable change starts: with daily habits.

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