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No, I am not talking about your treadmill.  Why Your Reusables Deserve Better Than a Shelf Life There's a water bottle graveyard in most American homes. You know the one — a cabinet, a drawer, maybe a dedicated shelf — crowded with Hydroflasks, Stanleys, Owalas, Nalgenes, and tote bags that have...

Reusables Are Rising—But Maintenance Makes the Difference New legislation across the West Coast—and increasingly the East Coast—is raising fees and taxes on single-use plastics, accelerating a shift that’s been building for years. It’s no surprise the first wave of this change is showing up in coastal states, where the environmental...

The Brisa System was recently featured in Easy Does It, the second portfolio of the InSight Trend Index series – which explores the latest and greatest products that were created with “ease” in mind. (Brisa is featured on Page 10). 

Plastic Reusable Bottles Non-Biodegradable: Most reusable plastic bottles are made from durable plastics like Tritan, polypropylene, or polyethylene. These materials are designed to withstand repeated use, but they do not biodegrade easily. When discarded, they can persist in the environment for hundreds of years. Microplastics: As plastic reusable bottles degrade...

In recent years, the environmental impact of single-use plastics has become a pressing global issue. Governments around the world are responding with a wave of legislation aimed at reducing, and eventually eliminating, these ubiquitous materials. These legislative efforts represent a significant shift towards sustainability, with potential long-term benefits for both...

In the quest for sustainability, many of us have made the switch to reusable water bottles. They are eco-friendly, cost-effective, and a healthier alternative to single-use plastics. However, one crucial aspect of maintaining these bottles often goes overlooked: ensuring they are completely dry after each use. Let’s explore why this...