Environment
Every effort delivers on a promise.
Environmental sustainability is a daily commitment that promises a better tomorrow. We continually seek ways to deliver on our promise to protect the planet we all call home. After all, that's a promise worth keeping.
Responsible Sourcing.
We seek to source all of our bottled waters responsibly. Our water sources are carefully selected and closely monitored to ensure consistent quality and sustainable yield. And, we align our company with brands that do the same.
Reduce and recycle.
We reduce environmental impact by using less. Over the last 10 years, we have reduced the amount of plastic in our U.S.- and Canada-branded 500ml bottles by more than 50% and the caps by 25%. All packaging is 100% recyclable, including the bottles, caps and outerwrap.* Plus, our U.S.-branded 1- and 2.5-gallon bottles are shipped in reusable, recyclable corrugated boxes. To reduce total weight and waste, we've made our plastic cups lighter, too.
Reuse and repurpose.
Our U.S. and Canadian branded 3–gallon (11.3–litre) and 5–gallon (18.9–litre) water bottles are reused up to 50 times. At the end of their usable life, the bottles are recycled and used to make new products. This closed-loop recycling system allows us to reduce our carbon footprint by assuring that bottles do not go to landfills.
Efficient Transport.
We are currently working on multiple fronts to improve transport efficiency. Recent vehicle purchases promise a 40% increase in fuel productivity. To reduce delivery mileage, our representatives use smartphones to optimize their routes. When considering new water sources, we search for suitable locations near existing bottling plants. We are also developing specialized load/unload procedures and reducing transport distances from springs to bottling plants.
*Recycling facilities may not be available in your community.