By Abbey Cannan
What started as a tiny movement amongst mates has grown into a country-wide crusade, and a Noosa marine scientist is encouraging the community to jump on board.
Founded by Damien Clarke and Martin Brooks in 2018, Green Caffeen is Australia’s largest swap and go reusable cup network, with the mission to help Aussies kick the single-use coffee cup habit by making it easy (and free) to be green.
Green Caffeen south east Queensland ambassador Chad Buxton said the initiative was another great opportunity for simple behaviour change that anyone could do.
“Noosa is known for its commitment to the environment,“ he said.
“It has declared a climate emergency, has zero-emissions targets, does a lot to protect the biosphere and surfing reserves, and was the trial community for single-use plastics reductions in Queensland which I ran.
“It is a supportive community and Noosa once again has the chance to lead these efforts for a reuse revolution, which addresses multiple Noosa efforts for our environment.“
Chad said single use plastics was an issue that affected us all.
“As a marine scientist and father of two young children, I want to protect our oceans and environment for them and for future generations,“ he said.
“I hear many great stories daily from community members trying to take simple and impactful actions and I strive to empower them and provide those opportunities through my work.
Despite multiple Covid lockdowns, the last month has been the most active ever for Green Caffeen participation.“
Over 700 cafes and thousands of coffee lovers have already stopped close to a million disposable coffee cups at the source, simply by choosing to change the way they takeaway.
Simply signup and purchase your drink at a participating cafe, consume your drink, then return the used cup when you’re finished.
For more information on how to join the initiative, visit greencaffeen.com.au
If you would like to get in touch with the Green Caffeen team email admin@greencaffeen.com.au
