How Julie reduced her coffee waste by 90% by changing just one habit

Drinking coffee is part of the daily routine for millions of French people. But behind every espresso lies a hidden reality: tons of disposable, unrecycled capsules end up in the trash every year. Faced with this situation, more and more consumers are looking for more sustainable solutions. This is the case for Julie, 36, a heavy coffee drinker committed to responsible consumption. Here is her story.

Julie lives in Lyon and works in communications. Like many, she starts her day with a Nespresso coffee. Drinking three to four coffees a day, this amounted to about 1,200 disposable capsules per year . One day, while sorting her recycling, she was shocked to discover that her capsules weren't being recycled in her town. This led her to wonder if there was a more environmentally friendly alternative without sacrificing the pleasure of coffee.

She initially tried compostable capsules. But she didn't like the taste, and the capsules often ended up in the regular trash due to a lack of proper recycling options. It was while searching online that she discovered reusable stainless steel capsules. Intrigued by the concept, she opted for the Cafécolo pack, compatible with Nespresso machines .

After a short adjustment period (adjusting the grind, dosage, etc.), Julie quickly found her way around. She prepares her capsules in advance in the evening and cleans them easily after use. She also noticed a significant improvement in taste by choosing her own ground coffee.

After 6 months of use, Julie gives her assessment:

Zero disposable capsules purchased since.
Savings of approximately €120 per year.
The satisfaction of contributing to the reduction of household waste.
A better understanding of coffees and their aromas.

Julie talks about it with her colleagues at the office and on social media. She becomes an unwitting ambassador for responsible coffee. Some of her colleagues have switched to reusable capsules after seeing her do it.

Julie's journey shows that a small change in an ingrained habit can have a concrete and lasting impact . Switching to Cafécolo capsules is more than just an eco-friendly gesture: it's a new way of consuming coffee, more conscious, freer, and more aligned with one's values.

Are you ready to change your coffee routine? Discover our reusable Cafécolo capsules and join thousands of consumers committed to more responsible coffee. Your next step for the planet starts here.