A Month of Global Conversations on Reuse & Sustainability
1st April 2025
March has been a dynamic month for CLUBZERØ, with key events across Singapore and the UK driving critical discussions on the future of reuse, refill, and circular economy solutions. From policy innovation to business impact, these conversations are shaping the path forward for sustainable packaging.
Driving Economic & Environmental Impact in Singapore
At the Reuse Roundtable in Singapore, CLUBZERØ convened industry leaders, brands, government, and investors to explore how a Reuse Deposit Return System (DRS) can drive economic development and sustainability. Discussions highlighted:
- Potential annual savings of $14 million for beverage brands and $51 million for governments & asset managers
- Creation of 300+ jobs across the value chain
- A 23% reduction in Singapore’s glass waste and 13,300 tonnes fewer CO2 emissions annually
- The role of policy shifts, DRS, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in accelerating reuse adoption
💬 “By far one of the best roundtables I’ve had an opportunity to attend and learn!” – PingPing Han , Hospitality Leader at KINN Hospitality Concepts
A huge thank you to all participants for your valuable insights and dedication to building a more sustainable, circular future. We’re excited to continue collaborating with you as we expand CLUBZERØ in Singapore and beyond.
Tech Nation’s Climate Programme 2025: Scaling Global Climate Innovation
At Tech Nation’s Climate Programme launch, 25 of the world’s most innovative climate tech startups, were selected to drive forward solutions for a sustainable future. We are thrilled to be one of the 25 leading climate tech startups chosen from the 2025 Climate Programme. This initiative, which has helped over 140 startups raise £1.5 billion since 2020, is dedicated to accelerating the most impactful solutions in sustainability.
This year’s cohort is the most globally diverse yet, featuring:
- Startups from Germany, France, and Nigeria, in addition to the UK
- 36% woman-founded companies
- 46% of companies based outside London
With backing from HSBC Innovation Banking and EDF (UK), we’ll gain access to investment, policy support, and industry connections to scale our impact even further.
💬 “The inclusion of international startups underscores the need for borderless solutions to climate challenges.” – Carolyn Dawson, CEO, Founders Forum Group
We’re proud to be part of this incredible network of innovators and can’t wait to drive forward meaningful climate action!
Scaling Reuse with UK Innovate & the SSPP Challenge
At the Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging Celebration Event in London, we shared how UK Research and Innovation funding helped us deliver a scalable reuse model—demonstrating that reuse and refill systems are not only viable but profitable and essential for a circular economy. With over 70 funded projects, the SSPP challenge represents the largest UK government investment in sustainable plastics innovation to date.
CLUBZERØ Recognized in the 2024 FoodTech 500
We are proud to be featured in the 2024 FoodTech 500, the global ranking of top innovators at the intersection of food, technology, and sustainability.
At Forward Fooding’s FoodTech 500 unveiling at Google UK HQ, CLUBZERØ’s Founder & CEO, Safia Qureshi, joined industry pioneers to discuss how reuse deposit return systems can tackle plastic pollution in food and agriculture.
We are honored to receive this recognition alongside leaders shaping the future of sustainable food systems. This milestone reinforces our commitment to advancing circular solutions in packaging, and we’re excited to continue driving innovation in reuse.
The Global Reuse Summit: The Business Case for Reuse
At the Global Reuse Summit 2025, experts across industries examined the financial viability of reuse models and how they can drive both profitability and customer engagement. The event underscored that reuse is not just an environmental necessity—it’s a smart business strategy.
For businesses built on single-use, reuse must make financial sense. This session explored the financial viability of reuse systems, focusing on how businesses can successfully integrate reuse into operations while improving profitability and maintaining customer engagement.
Key discussions highlighted real-world business cases demonstrating the economic benefits of reuse, proving that reuse isn’t just good for the planet—it’s a smart business strategy.
With momentum building globally, it’s clear that the shift to reuse is happening now. The challenge ahead is scaling these systems effectively, and we’re committed to driving this transition forward.
A huge thank you to all our hosts City to Sea, Forward Fooding, Ecosurety and Innovate UK for hosting fantastic events, and to all attendees who contributed to engaging and impactful discussions. Watch this space!
