7 Reasons You Should Be Worried About Bottled Water

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In recent years, you’ve made strides toward building a more sustainable workplace. Maybe you’ve implemented a recycling program, gone paperless, or invested in energy-efficient lighting. But there’s one everyday item that could still be working against your efforts—bottled water.

At Office H2O, we work with businesses just like yours that are forward-thinking, health-conscious, and always looking for ways to improve. If your company still relies on single-use plastic bottles or those 5-gallon water jugs, now is a great time to explore a cleaner, greener, and more efficient alternative: bottleless water coolers.

Here are seven compelling reasons to make the switch so that you can rest easy about your workplace health and employee satisfaction.

7 Reasons to Worry About Using Bottled Water

1. Plastic Bottles Come at a High Environmental Cost

While bottled water may seem like a small convenience, the plastic waste it generates adds up quickly. Globally, over 1 million plastic bottles are purchased every minute, and most of them end up in landfills or oceans.

For companies aiming to reduce their environmental impact, switching to a bottleless system eliminates single-use plastics altogether. Our bottleless water cooler systems connect directly to your existing water line and use advanced filtration, reducing your reliance on petroleum-based plastics and making a measurable difference in your sustainability goals.

2. The Hidden Costs Add Up Fast

Bottled water might not seem expensive. That is until you look at your annual usage. Between purchase costs, delivery fees, and restocking time, it becomes clear: you’re spending a premium for something that could be more affordable and efficient.

A bottleless system offers unlimited filtered water at a flat monthly rate. There are no surprise charges, no inventory headaches, and no more running out during busy days. You’ll reduce costs and simplify budgeting, all while providing better water for your team.

3. Bottled Water Isn’t Always the Purest Option

Many people assume bottled water is cleaner than tap, but that’s not always the case. In fact, several major brands source their water from municipal supplies and filter it before bottling it. Some even contain trace levels of microplastics, heavy metals, and other contaminants.

However, our filtration technology ensures your water is purified at the point of use. From reverse osmosis systems to carbon block filters, we provide the tools to deliver clean, crisp, and reliable water—without the plastic or mystery ingredients.

5. Every Bottle Leaves a Carbon Footprint

The journey of a plastic water bottle is longer than you might think. From manufacturing and packaging to long-distance transport and refrigeration, each bottle carries a significant carbon footprint.

However, bottleless water coolers remove the need for routine trucking routes, packaging, and energy-intensive storage. We also manage our own company’s carbon emissions by providing routine yearly preventative maintenance rather than the frequent trips or deliveries required by bottled water companies. Additionally, our customer service team is fully trained to help our customers differentiate between simple troubleshooting errors that can be handled over the phone versus fixes that actually require an Office H2O technician. This helps us eliminate any unnecessary trips, thus helping us keep our team’s carbon footprint lower than traditional bottled water companies.

6. Health Risks Can Linger in Plastic

Plastic bottles, especially those stored in warm environments, can leach chemicals like BPA into the water. Even BPA-free bottles may contain alternative plastics that release similar endocrine-disrupting compounds.

Instead of relying on chemical-laden containers, our bottleless systems use closed-air stainless steel reservoirs and advanced filtration to keep your water clean, safe, and fresh without the potential health concerns that come with plastic exposure.

7. Your Sustainability Story Matters

Today’s businesses are being evaluated not just on what they sell, but how they operate. Clients, job seekers, and even vendors are paying attention to environmental practices, and the details matter.

Replacing single-use bottles and 5-gallon jugs with a bottleless water cooler is a simple, visible step toward greener operations. It reinforces your commitment to wellness, corporate responsibility, and operational efficiency. It also speaks volumes about your company culture.