A new report highlights a circular economy for the coffee industry as a way to turn 40 million tonnes of biowaste into valuable products like cosmetics and bricks. This approach could create jobs and reduce pollution, but it faces challenges like lack of knowledge and investment. The International Coffee Organization, ITC, and C4CEC are rallying global stakeholders to join a platform aimed at innovative and sustainable solutions, benefiting especially small businesses in coffee-producing countries. The initiative seeks to gather diverse partners to promote a sustainable and inclusive coffee sector.
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