A Material Difference, Brewed In

Used coffee grounds release methane in landfills. GroundUp gives them a second life as part of our durable, sustainable composite.

Benefits of used coffee grounds

  • Prevents methane emissions from landfills
  • Natural fiber reinforcement in composites
  • Reduces waste disposal costs for cafés
  • Lightweight yet durable material properties
  • Creates unique texture and appearance

How We Calculate This Impact

Why This Matters:

• Methane is 25× more potent than CO₂

• Recycling coffee grounds prevents these emissions

Global Coffee Waste:

• 60 Mt (million tons) produced annually • Represents ~1% of all food waste by mass

Landfill Emissions:

• Food waste contributes 10% of total landfill emissions • Total landfill emissions: 110 Mt CH₄ annually

Coffee's Share:

• Coffee grounds: ~0.11 Mt CH₄ per year • Methane has 25× global warming potential • Final impact: 2.75 Mt CO₂ equivalent

Our
Concentration

25% Grounds

Higher concentration creates darker, richer appearance

10% Grounds

Lower concentration results in lighter, subtle texture

Our Coffee Grounds Collection Network