臺灣身為飲茶大國，根據財政部統計最新資料，光是2023年就喝掉11億杯手搖飲。茶改場指出臺灣每年產出約三十萬噸的茶葉渣，以清運1噸茶渣需要1,000元計算，需花費3億元以上清運費用，且燃燒茶葉渣還會造成空氣汙染，若能加以再利用，除可節省清運成本外，亦可創造額外附加價值。
本專題秉持循環再製且產品能完全降解的理念，透過茶渣結合各項媒材再生，連結生活用品及手搖飲店耗材製作實體產品。增進大眾對永續材質的思考，帶來更環保便利又新潮的體驗。並鼓勵大眾將茶渣資源化，讓人們發現茶渣的無限可能。

TR8CE-Tea residue products specialty laboratory

Taiwan, as a major tea-drinking nation,according to the latest data from the Ministry of Finance, consumed 1.1 billion cups of hand-shaken beverages in 2023.The Tea Research and Extension Station reports that Taiwan generates approximately 300,000 tons of tea residue annually. With a disposal cost of NT$1,000 per ton, over NT$300 million is spent on waste removal each year. Additionally, burning tea residue will cause air pollution. If recycle, it could not only reduce disposal costs but also create added value.This project upholds the concept of recycling and fully degradeable products.By integrating tea residue with various recycled materials, we develop tangible products for daily use and hand-shaken beverage shop supplies.
Our goal is to enhance public awareness of sustainable materials, offering an eco-friendly, convenient, and trendy experience. Furthermore, we encourage people to recognize the potential of tea residue as a valuable resource, unlocking its limitless possibilities.