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This is what the Relevo tableware for deposit-free rental looks like.

Relevo: using sustainable ToGo packaging – In today's world, it's becoming increasingly important to shop and eat sustainably and with a conscious eye. For me personally, the topics of "sustainability," "use resources sparingly," and "eco-friendly thinking" are becoming ever more prominent – naturally, this also applies to food. This is partly because we're all experiencing rather chaotic times this year, and partly because, in my opinion, everyone should contribute to improving these areas. I certainly see it as my responsibility to do my part, and that's why I want to tell you about Relevo today. I discovered the startup Relevo while having an after-work drink at Gärtnerplatz, inquired about it, and I'm thrilled.

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It tastes so much better when the environment is taken into consideration…

How does Relevo work?

Relevo is a startup dedicated to sustainable packaging in the food service industry, representing an urban, sustainable lifestyle. Specifically, this means Relevo offers to-go tableware made from recyclable materials, enabling us to sustainably avoid a significant amount of single-use waste. Relevo packaging is made from high-quality, BPA-free SAN plastic and is manufactured entirely in Germany. The material is not only 100% recyclable but also shatterproof, leakproof, microwave-safe, dishwasher-safe, and reusable up to 1,000 times.

How often do we get takeaway food or drinks to go? – I'm certainly a frequent visitor, and generating waste is often unavoidable. As customers, we simply can't control what kind of packaging our food is put in, and afterwards, of course, it ends up in the bin. But Relevo is different! – You can now borrow reusable dishes (deposit-free!) from over 50 different restaurants in Munich, eat from them, and return them. The whole process is straightforward via an app (download link below), where you register with your name and email address, and you're all set. An interactive map shows you all the partner cafes and restaurants that will fill your takeaway order into Relevo containers.

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Fancy some sustainable food/drinks to go? - No problem with Relevo

Everything else is very simple. You choose a restaurant and your meal, order your food to go, and scan the tableware you receive. In the app, you then note in your personal area that you have borrowed, for example, a cup and a bowl. Within 14 days, you can return the tableware to one of over 50 Relevo partners and mark it as "returned" by scanning it again in the app. It's a simple principle that allows us to reduce waste in a very easy way, without any extra time or effort. As a Relevo user, you won't experience any restrictions on your choice of dishes or any additional costs. The Relevo founders themselves describe their project as follows: "We are very happy that many restaurateurs are already very open to this important topic. Nevertheless, we naturally hope for even greater awareness within the industry regarding reusable systems and a willingness to expand them together."„

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Each piece of tableware has a QR code that is scanned in advance using the app.

Try Relevo yourself

As mentioned earlier, I first encountered Relevo at Gärtnerplatz. The reason: Relevo recently partnered with Sanktannas (a new opening in Glockenbach) and launched a "2 for 1" promotion last weekend. Anyone registered with Relevo got two drinks for the price of one at Sanktannas – served in a Relevo cup, of course. No deposit required, just scan the cup. It works much the same way when you pick up a healthy bowl, coffee, or tea to go at Wagners (another Relevo partner). You get your food and drinks filled with your cup and can enjoy them on the go, by the Isar River, in the English Garden, or wherever you like, and then return the cup afterward or within the next 14 days. If you're busy or a bit forgetful ;-), Relevo will remind you via email and app notifications to return your cup to one of their partners. Pretty cool, right?

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„"Zero Waste" thanks to Relevo for your food to go

I found it incredibly straightforward, and since I'm now registered in the app just once, every subsequent scan or to-go order is even simpler. The feeling of having saved on materials and thus avoided waste makes me personally happy, as it doesn't mean any disadvantage or extra effort for me, while I can still do something good for our environment. Try Relevo, it's worth it. As a nice bonus: If you browse the partners on the app, you're sure to discover one or two places you might not have known about before. So go for it! 🙂

If you are a restaurateur and would like to participate, I would be happy to put you in touch. If you have read about this idea and would like to encourage your favorite restaurant to participate, please feel free to contact me with the relevant information. Thank you very much.

+++ This article was created in cooperation with Relevo. Thank you! +++

Contact for inquiries

Relevo – sustainable packaging for your to-go food/drink
Website

Details: Relevo lends you deposit-free cups and bowls for your to-go food/drinks;
Simply download the app, register and use it in over 50 Munich restaurants.

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