It is our responsibility to protect the environment.

There are two major environmental concerns with the use of plastic containers - their impact on global warming and on our landfills.

With respect to global warming, did you know that it requires less energy to produce and transport plastic beverage containers than it does glass, aluminum or paper? According to studies conducted on behalf of the FDA and the ACC, plastic is a clear winner in terms of the energy consumed to make and distribute them.

We are not saying that there is no adverse impact from using plastic. All containers require energy to produce and transport them. So if you don't need a container of any kind then don't use one. But there are those times when a beverage container makes sense, for example, when tap water is not accessible. If you have to pick a beverage container it is important to know those made of plastic are better in terms of the energy consumed to make and distribute them.

Plastic is light, sanitary and an excellent way to contain liquids. However it is very resistant to degrading in landfills. Recycling is a much better option for us and for the planet on which we live. So please recycle!