Bottled water

Missouri American Water’s 2023 Water Quality Reports Now Available Online

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torsdag, maj 30, 2024
Utilities, Energy, American Water, Water quality, Water, Partnership, American Water Works, U.S. EPA, Publication, Ageing, Nature, Drinking water, Plant, Bottled water

Missouri American Water announces the company’s 2023 Water Quality Reports are now available to customers on the company’s website.

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  • Missouri American Water announces the company’s 2023 Water Quality Reports are now available to customers on the company’s website.
  • Also referred to as Consumer Confidence Reports, the publications describe local drinking water sources, summarize laboratory testing conducted on water, list the levels of any substances contained in the water and provide tips on protecting water sources.
  • “We continually invest in our treatment plants and distribution systems to provide quality water and reliable service.”
    Missouri American Water is investing more than $500 million statewide in 2024 to maintain reliable water service.
  • To view our Consumer Confidence Reports, visit missouriamwater.com → Water Quality → Water Quality Reports.

Bottled water outsells carbonated soft drinks for the eighth year in a row

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tisdag, maj 21, 2024
PET, IBWA, Paper, Diabetes, News, Recycling, Food, Heart, Drink, Obesity, FDA, City, Safety, Public, The Harris Poll, Coffee, Tea, Growth, Aluminium, BMC, HDPE, Research, Water, Plastic, Bottled water

Even where tap water may be safe and readily available, people may prefer bottled water, which they often believe tastes better.

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  • Even where tap water may be safe and readily available, people may prefer bottled water, which they often believe tastes better.
  • The availability of packaged water wherever beverages are sold also differentiates bottled water from tap,” says Rodwan.
  • Most bottled water drinkers consume both tap water and bottled water, packaged conveniently in 3 and 5-gallon for the home and office, or at retail 1 and 2.5 gallon or individual size commonly sold by the case.
  • In fact, since 2012, 34% of bottled water’s growth has come from people switching from less-healthy drinks to bottled water.

Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales & Services Company, LLC Board of Directors Elects Caitlyn Carr as President & CEO

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fredag, maj 24, 2024
Supply Chain Management, Packaging, Retail, Manufacturing, Other Manufacturing, Food, Beverage, The Coca-Cola Company, Friends, CBS, CCE, Systems engineering, Optimism, Engineering, CCR, Bottling line, Georgia Tech, System, College of Engineering (KNUST), TCCC, Dog, Multimedia, Family, Caitlin, Coca-Cola, Bottled water

The Board of Directors of Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales & Services Company (CCBSS), a limited liability company owned by nearly 70 independent North American Coca-Cola bottlers, announced today that Caitlyn Carr has been elected as the company’s President and CEO effective Monday, June 3, 2024.

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  • The Board of Directors of Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales & Services Company (CCBSS), a limited liability company owned by nearly 70 independent North American Coca-Cola bottlers, announced today that Caitlyn Carr has been elected as the company’s President and CEO effective Monday, June 3, 2024.
  • She will report to the CCBSS Board of Directors that consists of 17 senior executives from 15 different U.S. Coca-Cola bottlers and the Coca-Cola North America Operating Unit (NAOU) leadership.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240524234939/en/
    Caitlyn Carr, President & CEO, Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales & Services Company (CCBSS) (Photo: Business Wire)
    As President and CEO, Caitlyn will have ultimate responsibility relative to all business functions including a shared services organization that impacts thousands of customers and Coca-Cola System associates daily, as well as oversight of more than $70 billion in procurement spend.
  • Caitlyn will succeed Brandi Shortt, the outgoing President and CEO of CCBSS.

Water Quality Reports Show Excellent Results for California American Water Customers

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torsdag, maj 23, 2024
Energy, Environment, Utilities, Drinking water, American Water, Water quality, American Water Works, Water, Division, Bottled water

California American Water published its 2023 Consumer Confidence Reports, demonstrating high-quality water service throughout its state districts.

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  • California American Water published its 2023 Consumer Confidence Reports, demonstrating high-quality water service throughout its state districts.
  • The annual reports compare California American Water’s water quality with standards established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water.
  • “We are pleased to announce that our 2023 reports demonstrate excellent water quality,” said Kevin Tilden, President of California American Water.
  • “We hope that customers will find these reports educational and helpful in answering the questions they may have about the state of their water.”
    Customers can look up their water quality reports by zip code by visiting: Water Quality Reports

Aqua Pennsylvania Secures up to $6.7 Million PENNVEST Grant for PFAS Treatment Facility Serving 25,000 People in Bucks County

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tisdag, maj 21, 2024
Other Natural Resources, Environment, Utilities, Green Technology, Energy, Natural Resources, Groundwater, PFAS, Essential Utilities, Water, Delaware River, Drinking water, Bottled water

Aqua Pennsylvania announced today it has secured grant funding through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to construct PFAS treatment at its Edgely Water Treatment facility in Bristol Township.

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  • Aqua Pennsylvania announced today it has secured grant funding through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to construct PFAS treatment at its Edgely Water Treatment facility in Bristol Township.
  • The grant, which provides funding up to $6.7 million, will allow Aqua Pennsylvania to complete the installation of this treatment at no cost to Aqua customers.
  • This new facility will provide additional treatment that will remove PFAS from drinking water for about 25,000 people in Bristol Township and Bristol Borough.
  • Aqua will install six 7-foot diameter filter vessels that will use an ion exchange media to remove PFAS and meet regulatory limits.

Flex Technologies Product Is Now NSF-Certified

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måndag, maj 13, 2024
Hygiene, Organization, Food, Drink, Food safety, Steam, Temperature, FDA, Safety, Bottled water

These hoses are typically made from high-quality silicone rubber that meets stringent regulatory standards for food contact materials.

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  • These hoses are typically made from high-quality silicone rubber that meets stringent regulatory standards for food contact materials.
  • Material Composition: Food-grade silicone hoses are made from silicone rubber, a synthetic polymer known for its flexibility, durability, and resistance to extreme temperatures.
  • Flexibility: Silicone rubber is highly flexible, allowing food-grade silicone hoses to bend and twist without kinking or collapsing.
  • For further details, contact Flex Technologies' main office in Gardena, CA, at 310-323-1801.

Formerra and AFC Ecoplastics Forge New Path in Compostable Materials

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torsdag, maj 2, 2024
FDA, PBS, AFC, TUV, NPE, PBAT, Sustainability, Compost, Partnership, Health Canada, Business, BPI, CPG, Bottled water

ROMEOVILLE, IL, May 2, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, announces a partnership with AFC Ecoplastics to distribute its compostable products across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

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  • ROMEOVILLE, IL, May 2, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, announces a partnership with AFC Ecoplastics to distribute its compostable products across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
  • Formerra will distribute a range of AFC's compostable resins, compounds, and colorants, including PBAT (polybutylene co-adipate co-terephthalate) and PBS (polybutylene succinate) resins.
  • "AFC has always been at the forefront of sustainable material innovation," said Ha Le, CEO of AFC Ecoplastics.
  • Formerra and AFC Ecoplastics are poised to lead the market in providing viable, sustainable solutions that address regulatory and societal needs.

Vietnam: Nutifood opts for innovative SIG DomeMini on-the-go carton bottle

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tisdag, april 23, 2024
SIG, FSC, Marketing, Immunity, Electricity, Manager, Drink, Bottled water

Nutifood will launch its Varna brand premium adult nutrition milk in SIG DomeMini.

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  • Nutifood will launch its Varna brand premium adult nutrition milk in SIG DomeMini.
  • Switching from plastic bottles to the SIG DomeMini carton bottle sets a new precedent in Vietnam for captivating and sustainable on-the-go packaging.
  • The main material of the SIG DomeMini carton bottle, designed for full recyclability, is FSC(TM)-certified paperboard made of forest-based renewable material.
  • Angela Lu, President & General Manager Asia Pacific at SIG: "The market for on-the-go beverages offers immense potential and our SIG DomeMini carton bottle captures perfectly the 'paperization' trend for less plastic packaging.

Lalahome Unveiled Another Pioneering Product: the Lalahome Realfountain Smart Eco-system Pet Fountain

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torsdag, maj 9, 2024
Fresh water, Learning, Animal, Pet, Dentistry, Sterilization, Taste, Water, LIVE, Cat, Drinking, Multimedia, Ultraviolet, Bottled water

This dedication has led to the unveiling of another pioneering product: the LALAHOME RealFountain Smart Eco-System Pet Fountain.

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  • This dedication has led to the unveiling of another pioneering product: the LALAHOME RealFountain Smart Eco-System Pet Fountain.
  • Additionally, it's worth mentioning that LALAHOME's Realscooper also received the 2024 Muse Gold winner award, along with the BlogPaws Best Tech Product accolade.
  • To accommodate the diverse preferences of various pet breeds, the fountain boasts Multi-Height Drinking Stations with three distinct water levels.
  • Lalahome's RealFountain Smart Eco-System Pet Fountain promises to redefine pet drinking way, setting new standards in pet care innovation.

Saratoga® Spring Water Wins Taste Awards at International FineWaters™ Taste and Design Awards

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torsdag, maj 9, 2024
Basque Culinary Center, Hydrology, Taste, Water, Fine, Bottled water

STAMFORD, Conn., May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The judges have spoken! An international panel of water sommeliers chose Saratoga® Spring Water for two awards at the Fine Waters™ Taste and Design Awards 2024. Competing against 19 top contender brands from around the world, the premium U.S. water brand took home Silver in the still water super low minerality category and Bronze in the sparkling super low minerality category – the only U.S. brand to place in these categories.

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  • In a blind taste test, Saratoga® triumphed at the prestigious FineWaters™ awards in San Sebastian, Spain with its still and sparkling glass products.
  • An international panel of water sommeliers chose Saratoga® Spring Water for two awards at the Fine Waters™ Taste and Design Awards 2024.
  • The Taste & Design was held in Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain, on April 26, hosted in collaboration with the prestigious Basque Culinary Center .
  • Called the FineWaters International Water Tasting Competition, the contest includes blind taste tests by a five-member panel of professional and experienced international water sommeliers and experts from the U.S., France, Romania, Japan, South Africa, and Germany.