Why companies are switching over to sustainable beverage vending machines

Traditional soda vending machines are losing ground in the workplace. Employees are consciously choosing healthier options or simply bringing their own reusable water bottle. Companies are also looking for ways to meet their sustainability goals and avoid hidden costs. More and more, we are all moving from replace, to refill.

But why is this switch so important? We explain! 👏

Traditional soft drink dispensers: the challenges

Changing employee preferences

Workers increasingly value health and convenience. Soft drinks contain an average of 30 grams of sugar per drink, which contributes to health problems such as obesity and lower productivity. Colleagues increasingly prefer healthier drinks. Traditional soft drink vending machines no longer reflect this.

Plastic waste

Single-use bottles and cans are one of the biggest drawbacks of traditional soda vending machines, mainly because of the huge plastic waste they create. A few facts:

• An average office with 50 employees may consume more than 10,000 packages annually.
• 50% of employees think their employer provides too much disposable packaging.
• Many containers contain microplastics that unintentionally end up in beverages-and of course you don't want that.

Transport emissions

Soft drinks often consist of 90% water. Transporting these heavy bottles and cans creates unnecessarily high CO2 emissions. This makes the supply chain of traditional vending machines heavily taxing on the environment.

Hidden costs

In addition to the direct cost of soft drinks, there are also operational challenges involved:

• Tracking inventory levels.
• Organizing regular deliveries.
• Freeing up storage space for bottles and cans.

This complexity makes traditional vending machines less efficient and creates additional workload in the office.

How sustainable beverage dispensers like Dripl Refill Points are making a difference

Sustainable beverage vending machines offer a modern solution by being both environmentally friendly and easy to use. They align with what employees are looking for today: healthier choices, less plastic waste and ease of use. This makes them a logical choice for companies looking to combine innovation and sustainability.

Healthier options 🍋

Dripl offers drinks with no added sugars, low in calories and with natural ingredients. Employees can choose from six unique flavors and personalize their drink, such as sparkling or still water.

No plastic waste 🗑

With Dripl, single-use containers are replaced with Refill Points and natural syrups. This drastically reduces the waste stream and directly contributes to a more ecological work environment.

Lower CO2 emissions 💨

Dripl eliminates the need for transportation of bottles by filtering and mixing water on site from chilled tap water. This significantly reduces CO2 emissions.

Cost Savings

With prices starting at €0.25 per consumption, Dripl offers an affordable alternative that is up to 70% cheaper than traditional soft drinks. Moreover, there are no hidden costs such as waste management or storage.

Make the switch to Dripl

Time to say goodbye to traditional soda machines and opt for a sustainable, healthy and cost-effective solution! With Dripl, you are not only making an impact on the environment, but also giving your employees the best hydration experience. Cheers!

Wondering how Dripl can make your office more sustainable? Request a quote below and discover the benefits of Refillution!

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