FAQ
General Questions
What is Bold Reuse?
Bold Reuse provides reusable cup and container programs for events, venues, and campuses. We collect used items, professionally wash and sanitize them, and return them for reuse, helping reduce single-use waste.
What is Bold Reuse?
Bold Reuse provides reusable cup and container programs for events, venues, and campuses. We collect used items, professionally wash and sanitize them, and return them for reuse, helping reduce single-use waste.
What is Bold Reuse?
Bold Reuse provides reusable cup and container programs for events, venues, and campuses. We collect used items, professionally wash and sanitize them, and return them for reuse, helping reduce single-use waste.
How does a reuse program work?
Guests receive their food and/or beverage in reusables, return them to designated bins after use, and Bold Reuse collects, sanitizes, and redistributes the cups for the next event.
How does a reuse program work?
Guests receive their food and/or beverage in reusables, return them to designated bins after use, and Bold Reuse collects, sanitizes, and redistributes the cups for the next event.
How does a reuse program work?
Guests receive their food and/or beverage in reusables, return them to designated bins after use, and Bold Reuse collects, sanitizes, and redistributes the cups for the next event.
Why switch to reusable cups?
Reusable systems significantly reduce landfill waste, lower carbon emissions over time, and create a better fan or guest experience compared to disposable packaging.
Why switch to reusable cups?
Reusable systems significantly reduce landfill waste, lower carbon emissions over time, and create a better fan or guest experience compared to disposable packaging.
Why switch to reusable cups?
Reusable systems significantly reduce landfill waste, lower carbon emissions over time, and create a better fan or guest experience compared to disposable packaging.
Safety & Cleaning
Are the cups sanitary?
Yes. All cups are commercially washed and sanitized in professional facilities that meet health and food-safety standards.
Are the cups sanitary?
Yes. All cups are commercially washed and sanitized in professional facilities that meet health and food-safety standards.
Are the cups sanitary?
Yes. All cups are commercially washed and sanitized in professional facilities that meet health and food-safety standards.
How many times can a cup be reused?
Reusable cups are designed for many uses—often hundreds of cycles—before being recycled at end of life.
How many times can a cup be reused?
Reusable cups are designed for many uses—often hundreds of cycles—before being recycled at end of life.
How many times can a cup be reused?
Reusable cups are designed for many uses—often hundreds of cycles—before being recycled at end of life.
For Guests / Attendees
Where do I return my reusable items?
Return bins are placed throughout the venue, typically near exits, concession areas, or waste stations.
Where do I return my reusable items?
Return bins are placed throughout the venue, typically near exits, concession areas, or waste stations.
Where do I return my reusable items?
Return bins are placed throughout the venue, typically near exits, concession areas, or waste stations.
Do I have to wash the reusable items before returning it?
No. Just empty the liquid and place it in the return bin. Bold Reuse handles all washing and sanitation.
Do I have to wash the reusable items before returning it?
No. Just empty the liquid and place it in the return bin. Bold Reuse handles all washing and sanitation.
Do I have to wash the reusable items before returning it?
No. Just empty the liquid and place it in the return bin. Bold Reuse handles all washing and sanitation.
What happens if I keep the reusable items?
Policies vary by venue, but most programs encourage returning reusable items so they can be reused and keep the system running efficiently.
What happens if I keep the reusable items?
Policies vary by venue, but most programs encourage returning reusable items so they can be reused and keep the system running efficiently.
What happens if I keep the reusable items?
Policies vary by venue, but most programs encourage returning reusable items so they can be reused and keep the system running efficiently.
For Partners & Venues
How does Bold Reuse track cups and containers?
We use logistics tracking, inventory management, and operational processes to monitor circulation and ensure items are returned, washed, and redistributed.
How does Bold Reuse track cups and containers?
We use logistics tracking, inventory management, and operational processes to monitor circulation and ensure items are returned, washed, and redistributed.
How does Bold Reuse track cups and containers?
We use logistics tracking, inventory management, and operational processes to monitor circulation and ensure items are returned, washed, and redistributed.
Is a reusable program more expensive than single-use?
Costs depend on volume and operations, but many partners find that reusable systems become cost-competitive over time, especially when factoring in waste hauling and sustainability goals.
Is a reusable program more expensive than single-use?
Costs depend on volume and operations, but many partners find that reusable systems become cost-competitive over time, especially when factoring in waste hauling and sustainability goals.
Is a reusable program more expensive than single-use?
Costs depend on volume and operations, but many partners find that reusable systems become cost-competitive over time, especially when factoring in waste hauling and sustainability goals.
What types of venues or events work best with reuse?
Reuse can virtually work anywhere with the right infrastructure!
What types of venues or events work best with reuse?
Reuse can virtually work anywhere with the right infrastructure!
What types of venues or events work best with reuse?
Reuse can virtually work anywhere with the right infrastructure!
How is the environmental impact measured?
Bold Reuse provides reporting that estimates waste reduction, carbon savings, and number of items diverted from landfill.
How is the environmental impact measured?
Bold Reuse provides reporting that estimates waste reduction, carbon savings, and number of items diverted from landfill.
How is the environmental impact measured?
Bold Reuse provides reporting that estimates waste reduction, carbon savings, and number of items diverted from landfill.
Logistics & Operations
Who handles collection and transportation?
Bold Reuse coordinates collection, transportation, washing, and redistribution through our operations network.
Who handles collection and transportation?
Bold Reuse coordinates collection, transportation, washing, and redistribution through our operations network.
Who handles collection and transportation?
Bold Reuse coordinates collection, transportation, washing, and redistribution through our operations network.
What happens to cups when they reach end of life?
Damaged or retired cups are recycled whenever possible through appropriate recycling streams.
What happens to cups when they reach end of life?
Damaged or retired cups are recycled whenever possible through appropriate recycling streams.
What happens to cups when they reach end of life?
Damaged or retired cups are recycled whenever possible through appropriate recycling streams.
We’re a full-service reuse platform. From strategy to full-scale operations, we’re here to help you eliminate waste.
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Solutions
Case Studies
Reuse in Sports: Portland Trail Blazers
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Solutions
Case Studies
Reuse in Sports: Portland Trail Blazers
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Solutions
Case Studies
Reuse in Sports: Portland Trail Blazers
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Solutions
Case Studies
Reuse in Sports: Portland Trail Blazers
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