REUSABLE: NEW BETTER SOLUTION?

Reusable refers to products designed to be used several times, rather than thrown away after a single use, with the aim of reducing waste and limiting environmental impact.

Reusable products include items such as cloth bags, stainless steel water bottles, reusable food containers and bamboo utensils. These sustainable alternatives to disposable products aim to promote a more eco-responsible lifestyle.

Advantages of reusable

• Waste Reduction: One of the main benefits of reusable is its ability to significantly reduce the amount of waste produced. Unlike single-use products that are thrown away after a single use, reusable products are designed to be used repeatedly. Thus, by opting for example for fabric bags, water bottles and reusable food containers, we limit the production of plastic waste and other non-degradable waste.
• Long-term savings: Although reusable products may be slightly more expensive upfront than single-use products, they offer significant long-term savings. Being designed to be used multiple times, they do not require frequent repurchases like their disposable counterparts. Consumers thus realize substantial savings by avoiding continually spending money on single-use products.
• Lower carbon footprint: choosing reusable products can also help reduce the overall carbon footprint of our consumption. Manufacturing single-use products generally requires greater consumption of natural resources and energy, thereby leading to greenhouse gas emissions. By opting for reusable products, which often require fewer raw materials and energy for their production, we reduce our overall environmental impact. Additionally, prolonged use of reusable products also means that less waste is generated, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions related to their disposal.

Disadvantages of reusable

• Transportation and storage: Reusable products can be heavier and bulkier than single-use products, which can pose transportation and storage challenges. For example, cloth bags may be bulkier than disposable plastic bags, which may affect their transportation or storage when not in use.
• Initial environmental impact: Although reusable products have a positive impact on the environment in the long term by reducing waste and limiting emissions, their initial environmental impact may be higher than that of single-use products. For example, reusable items must be carefully maintained to extend their lifespan, unlike single-use products. This may involve regular washing of reusable food containers, cleaning of reusable water bottles. Additionally, manufacturing some reusable products, particularly those made of metal or glass, may require more natural resources and energy than producing disposable plastic products.

Despite these disadvantages, it must be remembered that this initial environmental impact is often largely offset by the multiple uses and the durability of reusable products over their entire life cycle. The advantages of reusable are therefore multiple and clearly align with preserving the environment and reducing our carbon footprint. By adopting a conscious approach to consumption and favoring reusable products, we can collectively contribute to building a more sustainable future that respects our planet.

In the world of sport, environmental issues are increasingly taken into account, particularly with regard to reusable packaging. With alarming key figures such as the 10 tonnes of waste generated per match on average in France and the 8% carbon impact of a stadium generated by catering, sports stakeholders are mobilizing to adopt more environmentally friendly practices. 'environment.

A concrete example of this development is the introduction of reusable cups in stadiums and during sporting events. A major company in this area is Ecocup, now Re-uz. This company distributes its reusable cups to many stadiums and events, thereby significantly reducing the amount of single-use plastic waste.

In addition to reusable cups, Flycup has developed innovative eco-responsible packaging, aiming to replace traditional disposable packaging during sporting events.

This initiative has already made it possible to significantly reduce the quantity of waste generated during these events. However, we are currently engaged in the design of a new range of fully reusable containers. This range will offer a sustainable alternative to our current offering, already oriented towards recycling, and will thus reinforce our commitment to environmentally friendly practices in the world of sport.

Our reusable range is completely aligned with the needs and climate emergency to significantly reduce the carbon impact generated by spectator consumption.

By adopting this range, clubs and performance halls will not only be able to reduce their waste and reduce their carbon footprint, but also make financial savings. Additionally, by providing an improved customer experience and actively engaging in sustainable practices, they will be able to reinforce their positive image among the public as environmentally responsible organizations.

Our long-term goal is therefore to provide a comprehensive and effective solution to help clubs and venues embrace a more environmentally friendly future while meeting the expectations and values ​​of supporters and spectators. Because let's not forget the entry into force of the AGEC law some time ago which imposes additional obligations in terms of sustainable development and waste reduction for companies, including those in the fast food sector.

In order to meet these new regulatory requirements, we are committed to offering innovative and responsible solutions to minimize our overall ecological footprint.

This involves rethinking the methods of managing waste produced during sporting events and shows, optimizing the energy resources used in infrastructure, and integrating more environmentally friendly technologies into our activities. We work closely with stakeholders, event organizers and local institutions to implement strategies tailored to each specific context.

Reusable therefore offers many undeniable advantages for the environment and the economy in the long term. By reducing waste production and limiting the carbon footprint, it contributes to the preservation of our planet for future generations. Although some disadvantages may be noted, such as sometimes more complex transport and storage, they are largely offset by the multiple uses and the durability of reusable products over their entire life cycle.

At Flycup, we are firmly committed to implementing our reusable range which meets new regulatory requirements in terms of sustainable development and waste reduction. We want to support clubs and performance halls in their transition to more environmentally friendly practices while offering an improved customer experience. By opting for our reusable range, organizations will not only be able to actively contribute to protecting the environment, but also make considerable financial savings.