From online eco store to two stationary shops - a success story from Poland

Krukam is an eco-startup created in 2012 by the university student of Architecture Kamil Krupa. Firstly it was an internet shop which linked local suppliers of healthy food to their customers. After only 2 years of development the company has two stationary shops in Cracow with natural cosmetics and eco products from whole world.

The owner Kamil Krupa said that there was one basic idea when he set up his eco-startup. He wanted to create a range of products of organic origin that do not contain artificial substances. The main emphasis was put on dietary supplements, low-calorie snacks, dried fruits and seeds from ecological farms and local growers. He also offers a range of healthy food products like argan oil, cakes, breads, as well as the cosmetics with natural ingredients.

When asked about problems he mentioned that the biggest one is bureaucracy. Lots of problems are caused also by Sanitary Inspectorate and of course tax system doesn’t help young entrepreneurs.

There is not only a shop but also a fanpage on facebook where you can find recipes, healthy lifestyle tips and news about eco products. The company supports local activities and cooperate also with physioterapists, gyms and small bistros.

Future plan… Naturally still have health to love being eco.