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Recup
München, DEImpact-drivenPrivate SectorClimate & Environmental ProtectionSustainable Products
Impact3Sustainability Goals
LocationMünchen
About Recup
Recup operates Germany's largest and market-leading reusable system for the gastronomy sector. Through its RECUP cups and REBOWL bowls, the organization actively combats single-use waste in the take-away segment, fostering a circular economy. The system is available nationwide at approximately 20,000 dispensing locations, offering a practical and sustainable alternative for consumers and partners. As a B Corp certified entity, Recup demonstrates a strong commitment to high social and environmental standards, significantly contributing to waste reduction.
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Sustainability Goals
Responsible Consumption & Production
Sustainable Consumption: Waste Reduction in Gastronomy
RECUP and REBOWL provide a nationwide reusable system for take-away drinks and meals, aiming to eliminate single-use packaging and foster a circular economy.
Climate Action
Climate Action Through Waste Prevention
RECUP and REBOWL's reusable system helps reduce plastic waste, thereby decreasing CO2 emissions associated with the production and disposal of single-use products.
Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
Innovative Infrastructure for Circular Economy
The organization builds an innovative nationwide reusable system, connecting gastronomy businesses, cities, and consumers, thereby creating a circular infrastructure for to-go products.
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FAQs
Q1What is Recup's core mission?
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Recup's core mission is to completely eliminate single-use waste from take-away food and drinks. The organization fosters a circular economy by providing practical and sustainable reusable solutions for beverages and meals.
Q2How does the Recup and Rebowl reusable system work?
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Customers can order drinks in RECUP cups and meals in REBOWL bowls by paying a deposit (€1 for cups, €5 for bowls). After use, items can be returned at any participating partner location nationwide for a full deposit refund. The products are durable, 100% recyclable, and BPA-free.
Q3How extensive is Recup's partner network in Germany?
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Recup operates Germany's largest reusable system for gastronomy, boasting a network of approximately 20,000 dispensing locations nationwide. These locations can be found via a dedicated mobile application.
Q4What key certifications does Recup hold?
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Recup is a B Corp certified organization. This certification highlights its commitment to high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
Q5Where can interested individuals find open positions at Recup?
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Open positions at Recup are available on the organization's official careers page. Interested individuals can view current listings at https://recup.jobs.personio.de/?language=en.
Q6Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Recup primarily contribute to?
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Recup primarily contributes to SDG 12 "Responsible Consumption and Production." The organization also secondarily supports SDG 13 "Climate Action" and SDG 9 "Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure."
