What have been the main prohibitors to your progress in building a sustainable business?
For Loopster to become viable we need to scale significantly and develop our tech further. To get to that point we are currently raising investment.
Do you feel pressure from your customers to be more eco?
The area we need to improve upon is our packaging. We are currently using recyclable plastic but plan to switch to non-plastic packaging once we scale.
What advice would you give to anyone hoping to launch a sustainable business?
Although sustainability is very “of the moment”, it is a tough space in which to start a business. You need to be very determined and willing to face challenges head on. But if you are willing to put in the work, it is a very rewarding experience!
Which other sustainable businesses have inspired you?
I am inspired by the big resellers in the US. In particular, the massive reseller Thredup, a managed marketplace that delivers a higher level of customer service compared to websites like eBay. ThredUp is literally changing the way that Americans shop, which I find very exciting.