Close up of a reusable cup being returned at a return machine at Intility Arena

TOMRA reusable cup system at Intility Arena

How it works:

1. Buy a beverage → borrow a reusable cup

When you buy a drink, it’s served in a reusable cup linked to your payment card. You pay a 10 NOK deposit on the cup which you get back when you return your cup at one of the nearby automated machines.

2. Drink and enjoy

Enjoy your beverage knowing that you are contributing to a more sustainable way of consumption.

3. Return the cup → Get money straight to your account

When you're done with the cup just go to one of the nearby return machines, throw it in and go! The deposit on the cup will be automatically refunded directly to the account linked to the bank card used to purchase the beverage. You can also return the cups in stacks - and the deposit on each cup will be refunded to the respective bank cards used to purchase the drinks.

Now you're in the loop!

All cups are professionally washed before being put back into circulation, to be used over and over – reducing waste and saving CO₂ emissions.

Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to get the deposit back if I lose the cup?

If you lose or discard your cup you will not be able to redeem your deposit. But should we find your cup afterwards we will donate the deposit to a worthy cause.

Can I use the same cup multiple times?

No. Bars are not allowed (according to Norwegian food safety regulations) to refill used cups, so please return them after use. You can save and stack together several cups before you return them, should you prefer to do that. Of course, you can use your cup for water from the refill stations or to enjoy drinks from bottles or cans served directly to your hand.

Do I have to register for anything to get the deposit back?

No. When you buy a drink the reusable cup it is served in is automatically registered to the payment card you used to buy the drink.

What happens if the cup gets destroyed while I am using it?

Return it to a collection point anyway. You will receive your deposit back, and we'll make sure the cup gets recycled.

What is the cup made of?

Polypropylene (PP) – a robust material that can be used and washed many times before being recycled at the end of its lifetime. BPA free and safe for food contact.

Where are the cups washed?

At Rene Glass, using a professional washing line approved for food contact containers. They've provided washing services to Øyafestivalen since the introduction of reusable cups in 2019.

How long does it take to get my deposit back?

It can take up to three banking days after returning the cup, depending on your bank.

How many times can a cup be reused?

Many times! It easily withstands over 100 washes and lasts as long as it doesn’t break. Its CO₂ footprint is offset after just 6 uses.

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