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July, 2010
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Recycling
HOT TOPIC
Kristina Eklund Ryan, Associate Art Director
The simplest and most cost effective way to do something good
for the environment is to recycle. Coffee grounds are highly recyclable
and useful for everything from plant fertilizer to beauty
regimens. A great way to make a positive impact in your neighborhood
is to offer your used coffee grounds free to your customers
as a recycling program. Not only does this reduce your waste,
but you’re also helping the environment and providing an extra
service to your customers!
Here are a few tips on how used coffee grounds can be recycled:
1. Sprinkle grounds around plants or flowers for a slow release
of nitrogen. Plants love coffee grounds and will thrive!
2. Dilute the used coffee grounds with water to get a fast
acting yet gentle fertilizer.
3. Mix the grounds with potting soil and use for your plants
or flowers.
4. Use the used coffee grounds as mulch by spreading a
1-inch thick layer around your plants. An added bonus is
that the coffee mulch also deters bugs!
5. Use the grounds and filters to compost. Not only are the
grounds rich in nutrients, but also the coffee filters will
break down quickly.
These are just a few tips that you can share with your customers
or utilize yourself. If you have any other tips on how to recycle
used coffee grounds, we’d love to hear from you! If you have any
questions or need some advice on how to implement a coffee
grounds recycling program, contact your customer care representative.
(Source: www.sustainableenterprises.com)
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