our commitment to sustainability

We are committed to making Velo as sustainable as possible. We're taking the first small steps on this journey with our new recyclable can and we're working towards becoming carbon neutral

Making VELO Recyclable

All of our cans are now recyclable.

Most Kerbside recycling facilities accept the type of plastic used in our cans and where they don't, there may be alternative collection and recycling points, such as supermarkets. Please check with your local facilities.

Common questions

  • We’re not just a company but a group of people who care about the planet. We know that we can make steps towards becoming more sustainable and with time make a real impact. We know a better future is not  guaranteed, so creating a recyclable can is our first step to making our world greener. 

  • Yes, the flex lid has been removed on the new cans. This is to ensure that  the VELO can is only made using one type of plastic and is therefore recyclable. 

  • No, you don’t need to remove the labels in order to recycle the cans. 

  • We’re not just trying to reduce waste. We are working towards being carbon neutral  – by reducing our energy use and CO2 emissions. As well as eliminating unnecessary single-use plastic so that all plastic packaging is recyclable by 2025.

  • Absolutely not. We are driving a step change in product sustainability and it is a journey. We are working towards becoming carbon neutral and are also exploring alternative packaging options and the make-up of the pouches themselves to make them more sustainable.

  • At present, no. We’re working on some new product developments but in the meantime, please empty your can first before recycling. 

  • The container is made from Polypropylene, which is widely accepted by most kerbside recycling facilities in the UK. Where they don’t, there may be alternative collection and recycling points, such as in supermarkets. Please check with your local facilities.

  • Our new cans are made with a single polymer – Meaning it’s a single type of plastic (PP) that can be recycled. Previously, our cans were made with a combination of two plastics, which could not be recycled. 

  • For now, some cans still aren’t recyclable - Not because we don’t want to, but simply because of stock. So, make sure to check for the VELO recycling icon. 'Empty can and Recycle', if it’s there, empty the can, recycle it, and carry on with your adventure. 

  • VELOSOPHY is our commitment to becoming more sustainable. Our way of thinking. We’ve started small with our new recyclable cans, but they’re only the beginning. From carbon neutrality to more energy efficient production, going green is our next big adventure.