Project Profiles

Sustainable Resources Group (SRG) leveraged its food residuals recycling expertise to deliver substantial cost reductions for a major soluble coffee manufacturer:

• Identified high-strength liquid waste streams through comprehensive waste audit
• Diverted waste to land application, resulting in:
  • $2 million annual savings in wastewater surcharges
  • Significant reduction in biological oxygen demand and suspended solids discharge
  • Nutrient recovery for agricultural use, enhancing sustainability
• Implemented targeted equipment and process modifications to facilitate waste collection
• Managed all aspects of waste removal, fertilizer utilization, and regulatory compliance

By redirecting waste from traditional disposal methods, SRG’s solution not only cut costs but also reduced energy consumption in wastewater treatment.

This project demonstrates SRG’s ability to deliver measurable financial and environmental benefits through innovative waste management strategies.

Sustainable Resources Group (SRG) has provided turnkey residual management services for a major soluble coffee manufacturer for over 15 years, delivering significant environmental and economic benefits:

• Annually manages 25,000 tons of bulk residuals and 7.5 million gallons of liquid residuals
• Implemented diverse beneficial re-use strategies:
  • Developed multiple salable products from dried coffee grounds
  • Facilitated land application for liquid wastewater treatment residuals
• Installed an on-site drying facility, enabling creation of:
  • Patented pellet manufacturing lubricant
  • Grilling and fuel pellets
  • Soil conditioner and organic fertilizers
• Achieved substantial cost savings through:
  • Elimination of dewatering expenses for liquid residuals
  • Diversion of waste from landfills
• Provides comprehensive services including logistics, regulatory compliance, and continuous production support

SRG’s success has led to expansion of services to two additional manufacturing facilities, with potential for further growth across the client’s operations.

For the past five years, Sustainable Resources Group (SRG) has been the exclusive provider of a unique and exemplary service to a significant coffee products manufacturer. Our round-the-clock employees, top-of-the-line equipment, trucks, and trailers, and 100% dedication to the project set us apart. For this project, we transport and sustainably upcycle over 10,000 Tons of Spent Coffee Grounds annually, a feat that is unmatched in the industry.

At SRG, we go beyond the basics. In addition to our exemplary service, we provide contracted clients with valuable resource-consulting services at no additional charge. These services are not only designed to enhance operational efficiency and increase the sustainability of food process residual disposal practices but also to save you money in the long run.

We provide marketing material and promotional content for clients to showcase their sustainability initiatives and success through our services. This can be in the form of case studies, testimonials, or other customized content that highlights the positive impact of our services on your sustainability efforts.

SRG also manages and upcycles Spent Coffee grounds and Chaff for various other clients, such as RTD Cold Brew and Coffee Concentrate producers, Coffee Roasters, and Retail locations.

We tailor our approach to every client to optimize their disposal practices and equipment. This not only increases clients’ profits but also significantly decreases their carbon footprint, inspiring a more sustainable future and a healthier planet for generations to come.