SUGAR Homeware Chaicup Stainless Steel Double Wall Tea Coffee cup 130ml set of 6

Sustainability of the Product

1. Material Durability:
   • Stainless Steel: Stainless steel is highly durable and resistant to rust, corrosion, and staining. This longevity means that the product has a longer lifecycle compared to plastic or glass alternatives, which often break or degrade more quickly. The extended lifespan reduces the need for frequent replacements, leading to less waste.
2. Reusable Nature:
   • Reduction in Single-Use Items: Using a stainless steel cup reduces the consumption of single-use plastic or paper cups. This significantly decreases waste generation and the environmental impact associated with disposable cups, including the energy and resources required for their production, transportation, and disposal.
3. Energy Efficiency in Use:
   • Double Wall Insulation: The double wall design provides insulation, keeping beverages hot or cold for longer periods without the need for external energy sources. This feature can reduce the need for reheating beverages, thereby conserving energy.

Low Carbon Footprint Justification

1. Production Efficiency:
   • Manufacturing Process: Modern manufacturing processes for stainless steel have become more energy-efficient and produce less waste. Techniques such as electric arc furnaces, which use recycled steel, have lower energy requirements and carbon emissions compared to traditional blast furnaces.
2. Recyclability:
   • High Recyclability: Stainless steel is 100% recyclable without loss of quality. Recycling stainless steel uses significantly less energy than producing new steel from raw materials. According to the Steel Recycling Institute, recycling steel saves 74% of the energy required to produce it from raw materials .
3. Material Sourcing:
   • Use of Recycled Content: Many stainless steel products are made using a high percentage of recycled steel, which reduces the demand for new raw materials and the associated environmental impact of mining and processing these materials.
4. Lifecycle Analysis:
   • Lifecycle Assessment (LCA): Studies have shown that stainless steel products have a lower environmental impact over their entire lifecycle compared to alternatives. The longevity and recyclability of stainless steel contribute to a lower overall carbon footprint. An LCA study by the International Stainless Steel Forum (ISSF) indicates that the greenhouse gas emissions over the lifecycle of stainless steel products are significantly lower when recycled content is used and when products have long lifespans .

References

1. Steel Recycling Institute. (n.d.). "The Sustainability of Steel."
2. International Stainless Steel Forum (ISSF). (n.d.). "Stainless Steel and Sustainability."