Edible packaging to hit UK high street
Sustainable packaging start-up Notpla has received UK government funding to get its edible, biodegradable ‘Ooho’ capsules on the high street.
The capsules, created through a collaboration with Lucozade Ribena Suntory, are made from seaweed extracts. They can be treated like any other natural food, meaning Oohos can be eaten or disposed of in food waste bins.
With the Innovate UK funding, Notpla hopes to perfect its technology. Its end goal is to create a machine that can manufacture up to 3,000 Oohos a day with sports drinks for sale in gyms and restaurants.
“With government backing, we are excited to see how Oohos can be rolled out and mad more widely available. We are proud to be collaborating with Notpla on this new evolution in manufacturing and we will continue to make positive steps to become as sustainable as possible,” said director of external affairs and sustainability at Lucozade Ribena Suntory, Michelle Norman.
Image source: Lucozade Ribena Suntory