An article from Packaging World posted on the IoPP LinkedIn group regarding Nespresso Austria’s use of a recyclable, compostable bag for collection of its recyclable coffee capsules stirred up some strong responses, when readers were asked, “How willing would U.S. consumers be to bringing coffee capsules to a collection center for recycling?” One often-cited excuse for low recycling rates in the U.S. is consumer apathy and lack of education and guidance, hence the question from PW Senior Editor Anne Marie Mohan.
While some respondents felt consumers would participate in such a plan, others thought it “not very likely,” if current recycling statistics were any indicator.
