The ecological case for compostable coffee capsules!
We often hear that single shot coffee capsules are bad for the environment, because of the energy to grow the beans, make the capsules, brew the coffee, and get rid of the waste. There is an upside however, as plastic capsules turn out to be a more sustainable method of drinking espresso than almost any other method of making coffee. According to research study, recyclable aluminium pods are more environmentally friendly however the absence of recycling facilities in the UK and the greater energy need to produce the aluminium pods indicates plastic capsules are better.
