# Compostable Single-Serve Coffee Packs Steeped Coffee Leads a Movement Against Non-Recyclable Pods By Kalin Ned | Published 2024-01-05 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-singleserve-coffee References: [steepedcoffee](http://www.steepedcoffee.com/)  Steeped Coffee, a San Francisco-based Certified [B Corp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-investment-opportunity), marks National Gourmet Coffee Day by urging coffee lovers to reduce waste and embrace the brand's compostable single-serve coffee packs. These are made with plant-based renewable materials. Collaborating with 500+ local roasters, Steeped delivers gourmet coffee through a revolutionary, fully compostable brewing method while speaking out against [non-recyclable coffee pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclable-aluminum-coffee-pods). After all, estimates show that over 10 billion single-serve pods end up in landfills annuallyver 10 billion single-serve pods end up in landfills annually. Steeped Coffee's compostable single-serve coffee packs contain craft-roasted, pre-portioned coffee that has been ethically sourced directly from farmers. The Steeped™ Brew Bags are "non-GMO filters that regulate ideal water-in and maximum flavor-out." The product has also been Nitro Sealed, a process that removes oxygen from the pack and "stops the clock on freshly ground beans." Image Credit: Steeped Coffee ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 20% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Compostable Single-serve Coffee Packs:** The trend of compostable single-serve coffee packs presents an opportunity for companies to offer environmentally friendly alternatives to non-recyclable coffee pods. - **Collaboration with Local Roasters:** The trend of collaborating with local roasters allows companies to provide gourmet coffee options while supporting small businesses and local economies. - **Ethically Sourced Coffee:** The trend of ethically sourcing coffee from farmers creates an opportunity for companies to appeal to conscious consumers who prioritize sustainability and fair trade practices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Coffee Packaging:** The coffee packaging industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by developing more compostable and sustainable packaging solutions for single-serve coffee packs. - **Specialty Coffee Roasting:** Specialty coffee roasting companies can tap into the trend of collaborating with local roasters to expand their offerings and reach a wider audience of coffee enthusiasts. - **Fair Trade and Sustainable Agriculture:** The fair trade and sustainable agriculture industry can take advantage of the trend of ethically sourcing coffee by providing certification programs and support for farmers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mushroom Coffee Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-cups.md) - [Waste-Reducing Coffee Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-balls.md) - [Eco-Conscious Coffee Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bruvi.md) - [Public Investment Opportunities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-investment-opportunity.md) - [Sustainable Coffee Product Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-coffee1.md) - [Single-Serve Coffee Bag Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singleserve-coffee-bag.md) - [Eco-Friendly Coffee Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chamberlain-coffee-2.md) - [Sustainably Packaged Coffee Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singleserve-coffee-bags.md) - [Compostable Instant Coffee Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natureworks.md)