In 2020, Oomph introduced ZZZ as an innovative solution to reduce the environmental impact of festival attendees. ZZZ is a single-use mattress designed to be recyclable after its use, representing a groundbreaking shift in festival camping sustainability. Oomph's focus is not solely on the number of ZZZ mattress units sold but on the weight of PVC that can be spared from becoming waste.
Every year, approximately 10 million people camp at festivals, and a significant portion of their camping gear, around 20 to 25%, is left behind, contributing to a substantial amount of non-recyclable PVC waste. Oomph, a Dutch company, has undertaken a mission to address this issue.
The ultimate goal is to prevent approximately one thousand tonnes of PVC from ending up in landfills or incineration each year.
This endeavor paves the way for a future in which single-use PVC mattresses become obsolete in the festival scene, contributing to a more eco-friendly and sustainable festival experience.