Taking a close look at the eco-balance of coffee capsules
Tuesday, May 10, 2011 - 12:00
in Physics & Chemistry
Exactly how environmentally friendly are the various capsule systems and other ways of making coffee? Empa researchers have taken a close look at the ecological balances of the various systems currently in use. The result: it all depends on the contents. The choice of coffee has a much stronger effect on the environmental friendliness than the capsule system, type of machine or method of preparation.