Did you know that keeping a water cooler in the workplace, gym, or spa is an impactful way to support eco-friendly initiatives? This February 24th, as we observe National Skip the Straw Day, it is high time to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of single-use plastics on the environment. Consumers, workers, and business owners […]
Seven Insane Facts About Plastic Pollution Plastic can take thousands of years to decompose, and plastic pollution has become a significant issue worldwide. The world now produces more than 380 million tons of plastic every year, which end up as pollutants, finding their way into the natural environment and our oceans. Consider this: all the […]
How Do Plastic Water Bottles Affect Our Environment? One million seabirds and 100,000 fish, sea mammals, and turtles die every year due to plastic pollution. Not particularly concerned about animals and sea mammals? Okay, fine. How about this unfortunate component… Plastic bottles contain Bisphenol A (BPA), the chemical used to make the plastic hard and […]
Going Green: Five Facts About Single-Use Plastics At Optimum, we’re constantly looking for ways to be more environmentally friendly. This is a core belief that our company is based around. We believe in the power of cutting down on the use of plastic to create a healthier planet. Why? Well, think of it this way: […]
Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Florida? Think your tap water is safe to drink? Think again! According to a new study published recently in Circulation, a journal published by the American Heart Association (AHA), young adults free of diabetes and cardiovascular disease developed heart damage after only five years of exposure to low-to-moderate […]