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Oprichting Nederlandse Vereniging Circulaire Economie (NVCE).
🔄 De strijd om grondstoffen barst los – tijd voor actie! 🔄 Nederland verspilt nog te veel, terwijl grondstoffen wereldwijd steeds schaarser worden....
Facility & Building Management Trade Fair
On Wednesday, June 5th, the Facility & Building Management Trade Fair kicks off, and Coffee Based will be there too. We warmly invite you to stop by and...
Collaboration between Elho and Coffee Based
Great news! Coffee Based and Elho have joined forces. For Elho’s brand-new Coffee Collection, we have collaborated on a new waste...
Coffee Based wins Innovation Award 2024
What a wonderful recognition for the Coffee Based team and all its knowledge and production partners. We have won the Innovation Award 2024, which was presented at De Dag...
Will you come by to check out our coffee-based materials?
Visit our booth (C12) at Material District. Coffee Based is ready to showcase at Material District (linked) in Utrecht from June 6th to 8th!
Interview with Biomass Facts
"Waste gives me a stomachache!" In the Netherlands, many people work passionately with biomass as a raw material. They focus on innovations, improving...
Coffee Based wins the Green Packaging category – Farm to Fork Program
Coffee Based wins in the GreenSCENT - Farm to Fork Program. Coffee Based, an innovative startup specializing in the reuse of...
Caféa Cup – Innovative cup made with coffee silverskin
After a year of development, testing, experimenting, and certification, the time has finally come! Coffee Based is launching its latest product: the Caféa Cup...
Coffee Based is featured in the KVK Innovation Top 100
We are pleased to announce that Coffee Based is once again featured in the KVK Innovation Top 100 list....
Awards
Winner Innovatie Award 2024
What a fantastic recognition for the Coffee Based team and all its knowledge and production partners. We have won the Innovation Award 2024, which was presented at the *Day of the Entrepreneur* event in Gorinchem!
Winner Green Scent Packaging Award 2024
The Green Scent Packaging Award 2024 highlights innovative and sustainable packaging solutions that contribute to an eco-friendly future. This European award recognizes companies that develop groundbreaking methods for packaging that are both sustainable and functional.
Coffee Based has been named the 'Grand Winner' of the Green Scent Packaging Award 2024! According to the jury, Coffee Based delivers the innovations that the future needs.
Free From Plastic Challenge 2023
It’s time to say NO to single-use plastic in all food distribution channels within Societe Generale premises! The Procurement Department of the Societe Generale Group invited companies from around the world to participate in the "Plastic-Free" challenge and potentially become a new partner of the Societe Generale Group. Out of nearly 900 submissions and after three selection rounds, Coffee Based has been chosen as the grand winner! This means Coffee Based will become a preferred supplier within the Societe Generale Group, starting in France and potentially expanding internationally.
2nd Place – Entrepreneur of the Year 2023
The Entrepreneur of the Year Gorinchem is an annual award that recognizes entrepreneurship and innovation in the region. This accolade provides local businesses with a platform to showcase their achievements and impact.
Coffee Based finished as the runner-up in the Entrepreneur of the Year awards. This Gorinchem-based company is recognized for its innovative approach and its continual perseverance and pioneering spirit.
As newcomers in Gorinchem, we are grateful for the recognition and remain committed to sustainable solutions, even within our own region.
KVK Innovation Top 100 2023
The KVK Innovation Top 100 showcases the strength of innovation in the Netherlands! Each year, entrepreneurs from small and medium-sized enterprises compete for a spot on this list, compiled by the Chamber of Commerce. This annual award recognizes the most innovative companies in the country and fosters growth and renewal within the Dutch SME sector.
Winner Scale Innovation Award 2023
This regional innovation award is designed to recognize and encourage innovative companies and projects.
We are proud that Coffee Based won the regional innovation award in 2023. Coffee Based was recognized for repurposing coffee grounds as a raw material and energy source, as well as its overall contribution to sustainability. They outperformed eleven other nominees in the Sustainability and Smart Industry category.
Food100 2023
We are honored to be included in the Food100 list! It is motivating to receive recognition for the impact that Coffee Based's work has in addressing our climate and food challenges. Using 'waste materials' as a resource is often very difficult due to regulations. That’s why we greatly appreciate that this award gives us and 99 others a platform to showcase all the innovations that are already possible!
The Food100 list features changemakers in the food system. It provides a platform for the 100 most influential food innovators in the Netherlands, giving more attention to their impact on the food system. We are very proud that Lisanne Addink, the CEO of Coffee Based, is included in the list this year.
Make it Circular Challenge 2023
We are excited to announce that our Arabica Cup has been selected as one of the 50 nominees in the Make it Circular Challenge by What Design Can Do and the IKEA Foundation!
This global competition called for the creation of products, services, and systems for a circular future. On May 3rd, we will find out which 13 of the 650 entries worldwide will be crowned as the most promising projects this year.
KVK Innovatie Top 100 2021
The KVK Innovation Top 100 showcases the strength of innovation in the Netherlands! Each year, entrepreneurs from small and medium-sized enterprises compete for a spot on this list, compiled by the Chamber of Commerce. This annual award recognizes the most innovative companies in the country and fosters growth and renewal within the Dutch SME sector.
Climate KIC 2020
Climate KIC is an exclusive program for entrepreneurs and companies with innovative solutions for climate change and sustainability. Being selected for Climate KIC means recognition and reward for your contributions to a more sustainable future, such as developing smart technologies, efficient energy solutions, or sustainable products. Climate KIC supports these groundbreaking ideas and helps increase their impact, enabling them to make a greater contribution to a greener and more sustainable society.
Benelux Enterprise Awards 2020
The Benelux Enterprise Awards honor companies that excel in innovation and entrepreneurship. This annual award recognizes both startups and established businesses that contribute to economic growth and sustainability. The awards provide a platform for companies to share their success stories and increase their visibility.
Horecava Innovation Award 2020
The Horecava Innovation Award is presented annually to the most innovative and sustainable solution within the hospitality sector. This award highlights innovations that advance the industry with a strong focus on ecological responsibility, economic viability, and respect for people, animals, and the environment. The award recognizes initiatives that make a significant contribution to a more sustainable future for the hospitality industry.
