In this episode, Lindy Hughson, Managing Editor & Publisher of PKN Packaging News, talks with Patrick Manley, CEO and co-founder of Cercle, about reusable systems for take away cups and food packaging.

We begin our discussion by getting an overview of Cercle’s history, how it is inserting itself as an accessible reusable coffee cup system for cafes, and the technologies involved in tracking and charging customers, which has seen a 99.8% return rate in workspaces. We review the sustainability impact of the reuse system, the metrics used to assess its success, and the end of life disposal. We get an insight into the business' key partners and challenges, the current reuse economy in Australia, and the plans for expansion moving forward.

We wrap up reviewing common misconceptions with reuse systems, and advice for other entrepreneurs entering the sustainability space.

Links:

Sponsor - Trimatt

www.trimatt.com - 03 8761 6171 - [email protected]

Cercle

www.cercle.com.au

Cercle charts path to a reuse-first future

www.packagingnews.com.au/sustainability/cercle-charts-path-to-a-reuse-first-future

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