Why Lilypads? A Simple Solution to a Big Plastic Problem

If you’ve ever grabbed a to-go coffee, you’ve probably encountered the tiny but mighty plastic plug that gets jammed into the lid. Those little stoppers seem harmless, but they’re part of a much bigger issue: plastic pollution. Lilypads were created to change that—one cup at a time.

The Plastic Problem (Without Getting Too Wonky)

• We produce over 400 million tons of plastic every year. And about half of that is single-use—used for minutes, then left to pollute our planet for centuries.

• Microplastics are now in our bodies. A recent study found microplastics in human hearts, and researchers have detected them in blood, lungs, and even placentas. (Source)

• Most plastic isn’t actually recycled. Less than 10% of plastic waste ever created has been recycled. The rest? Landfills, oceans, or burned—releasing toxins into the air.

Lilypads: A Smarter, Edible Alternative

Lilypads replace those wasteful plastic coffee stoppers with something that actually serves a purpose: a delicious, edible biscotti-like topper.

• No more waste. You enjoy your coffee, then eat the Lilypad—zero trash, zero guilt.

• Keeps your drink warm. Unlike flimsy stoppers, Lilypads actually help retain heat in your cup.

• Elevates your coffee experience. It’s not just functional—it’s a treat. A little moment of joy with every sip.

A Small Change, A Big Impact

Think about it—if just 1% of coffee drinkers switched to an edible alternative like Lilypads, we could eliminate millionsof plastic stoppers every year. It’s a tiny change in habit, but it adds up fast.

The question isn’t why Lilypads?—it’s why not?