The workshop “Coffee briques making” at Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang
Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang has launched an inspiring series of workshop titled “Coffee Briques,” which focused on recycling used coffee grounds into fuel. The first event took place on 29 May. The event attracted many guests, staff. It was a collaboration between Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang and Diversey – a global company specializing in professional hygiene solutions and a pioneer in sustainable initiatives such as recycling, energy conservation, and community-focused coffee reuse programs. The workshop aimed to convert used coffee grounds into biofuel – a sustainable alternative to traditional firewood and charcoal.
Beyond protecting the environment by reducing organic waste and deforestation, the project holds significant community value: the produced Coffee Briques are distributed to mountainous regions where access to clean fuel remains limited. This provides an affordable, health-friendly, and eco-conscious energy source.
Mario Mendis, General Manager of Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang, shared: “At Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang, we believe every small step toward a greener lifestyle can make a big difference. This workshop inspires us all to rethink waste and commit to protecting our environment for a sustainable future.”
During the hands-on workshop, participants learned each step of Coffee Briques production—from mixing coffee grounds with a binder, compressing into briquettes, to drying. Thanks to their high natural carbon and coffee oil content, these briquettes burn more efficiently than conventional charcoal, producing a stronger flame, higher heat, and less smoke.
This workshop reflects the long-term sustainability vision of Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang, and Fusion Hotel Group – going beyond raising environmental awareness to inspiring meaningful action. It’s a small but powerful initiative that begins with something as simple as a cup of coffee. The workshop program is held free of charge every month and welcomes all hotel guests and local visitors to participate. Through the end of the year, the resort will be collecting contributions to benefit the community.
Fusion Hotel Group:
Leading Vietnam’s wellness tourism industry, Fusion Group owns and manages 25 resorts and hotels across Vietnam and Thailand, with plans to expand further in both countries.
Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang:
Nestled on the pristine coast between Da Nang and Hoi An ancient town, Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang is the ultimate family-friendly beach holiday destination. Offering a range of stylish private pool villas and spacious hotel rooms featuring a unique “resort in the sky” concept, complemented by an enticing array of dining options and one of the largest resort spas in Vietnam, this tropical oasis promises an enjoyable and memorable wellness experience like no other.
