Guardian.co.uk recently reported that “authorities into the Houses of Parliament’s use of bottled water found that it uses over 21,000 bottles of water each year, resulting in a carbon footprint of 12 tons.” Now, we know that our audience is more focused on issues in North America, but the facts still remain that plastic bottles have a tremendous impact on the environment. In fact, more and more communities have been banning the sale of bottled water in the attempt to reduce their own carbon footprint. For instance, San Francisco and Seattle have both entirely banned the sale of bottled water at city facilities and events. As the Huffington Post reports Seattle Mayor explained “When you add up the tremendous environmental costs of disposable plastic bottles clogging our landfills, the better choice is crystal clear.” Not only have many started to view bottled water as an unnecessary expense, but also a serious burden on the environment– and the economy.

At EWS, we’re happy to see that businesses, communities, and individuals are beginning to see the waste that we so often overlook. The truth is, we can’t completely eliminate the sale and use of plastic products, that’s obvious. However, with a mind set on the environment businesses are becoming increasingly dead-set on recycling and embracing
green business initiatives. That is good news not only for businesses but for potential waste consulting
affiliates as well!

First, there’s money to be saved for businesses who produce plastic waste of all varieties,. When it comes down to it, cutting costs without cutting back is always a valuable move for business. At the same time, without spending any capital at all, businesses can take full advantage of the value recycling has to offer while becoming a greener company at the same time. We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again….in an economy and time where things seem to always get complicated– recycling truly provides businesses with a win-win situation.