At Coffeco, we believe that even what seems like waste can have incredible value. Inspired by the idea of “from trash to treasure,” we focus on transforming organic coffee residues into innovative, sustainable products. By valorizing these by-products, we not only reduce environmental impact but also contribute to the circular economy, proving that creativity and responsibility can go hand in hand.
At Coffeco, we believe that true growth happens when startups are part of strong communities like incubators and accelerators. The journey is sometimes easy, sometimes demanding — but always rewarding. Our experience with ACEin over the past year has been transformative, offering us the knowledge, support, and inspiration we needed to evolve, dream bigger, and take confident steps toward the future.
— The Coffeco Team
How did they collaborate?
Coffeco and Nestlé Hellas joined forces through a pilot project that aimed to replicate Coffeco’s production process — on a smaller, controlled scale. The goal of the pilot was to identify the most efficient methods for collecting coffee residue from partner coffee chains, a critical step toward scaling up.
The pilot then progressed to the development of Coffeco’s two core products: high-value antioxidants and an innovative, eco-friendly composite material designed as a sustainable alternative to wood or plastic.
Nestlé Hellas played a key role throughout this journey — not only by offering financial support, but more importantly by providing access to experienced consultants and a strong network of partners. Their ongoing guidance helped Coffeco validate its process, improve its model, and take solid steps toward market readiness.