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Repurpose Compostables Brings World's Greenest Mugs to Bed Bath & Beyond

— November 19, 2011 — Eco
Eco-friendly dishware is becoming more and more prevalent in modern societies, yet Repurpose Compostables has managed to bring their green product to Bed Bath & Beyond, giving it a mainstream audience that similar products have yet to gain. Touted to have created the "world's greenest coffee cup," Repurpose Compostables focuses on plant-based mugs that are not only non-toxic, but are able to decompose in an astounding 90 days.

Based in Los Angeles, Repurpose Compostables' insulated coffee cup is made from corn and uses soy based inks. With a single wall, it uses 65% less Co2 to manufacture, easily making it the least wasteful and most environmentally conscious cup currently on the market.

Repurpose Compostables' cup is launching with a Repurpose This! Facebook campaign that encourages people to share photos of things they have repurposed for prizes every 90 hours.

Trend Themes

  1. Eco-friendly Dishware — Opportunity to develop innovative, sustainable alternatives to traditional single-use products that are both non-toxic and biodegradable.
  2. Mainstream Adoption of Green Products — Chance to create eco-friendly products that appeal to a wide audience and gain market share in mainstream retail.
  3. Social Media-driven Repurposing Campaigns — Potential to leverage social platforms to promote brand awareness and engage consumers in sustainable initiatives.

Industry Implications

  1. Sustainable Packaging — Disruptive innovation opportunity in developing plant-based alternatives to single-use packaging materials.
  2. Retail — Opportunity to introduce and market eco-friendly products in mainstream retail spaces.
  3. Social Media Marketing — Opportunity to utilize social media platforms to create engaging sustainable campaigns and build brand loyalty.
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