Alchemia-nova Greece collaborated with CIBOS for the DigiCirc project (2021-2022) and took part in the 3rd acceleration program (1st & 2nd phase Grants Awards) to transform the start-up idea of the Zero-Waste Cups into a robust business model.

The EU-funded DigiCirc project aimed to digitalize the circular economy by building on the innovation potential of SMEs in three strategic areas: Circular Cities, Blue Economy, Bioeconomy.

Zero Waste Cups’ mission to turn the coffee business into a sustainable plastic-free industry introduced a set of technological tools to operate flexible, transparent, and sustainable management of resources and materials, ensuring smooth circularity flows, high return rates, and positive environmental impact of take-out coffee.

Zero Waste Cups at DigiCirc in Paris 2022 MVP with UX/UI smart tracking and 3D-printed PHA/PHBV cups with unique QR codes.

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