Solution: Reduce plastic through refill. Owner: Bower Collective. Circular Strategy: Refill.
Description
The company encourages individuals to live more sustainably. The organisation sells refill pouches, once used they can be closed and sent back by post so there is no waste generated. Various everyday items are sold such as, shower gels, hand soap, hair care products and household products.
Location
London, UK.
Scale
11-50 employees.
Potential circular economy impact
Reducing plastic by creating sustainable products that can be refilled. The refill pouches are also sent back to the company so that no waste is thrown away, creating a loop.
What’s involved?
People: Staff to oversee orders and website.
Resources: Warehouse to store products; suitable equipment to fill the pouches; suitable vehicles to transport products.
Technology: Website; suitable technology to fill and seal the pouches.
Implementation: Trained staff; suitable equipment and vehicles.
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