Involvement is Our Passion
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Watch CEO Kim Jeffery discuss Nestlé Waters
North America stance on sustainability
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Nestlé Waters North America believes corporate responsibility
is more than just
good business — it's a bond we share with
the communities in which we live and serve.
We strive to be
an exemplary corporate citizen, an active member and friend
in the more than
100 communities where we have operations.
When it comes to being a part of community spirit
and during
times of emergencies, the words in our Good Neighbor Policy
really come to life.
Good Neighbor Policy
What does it mean to be a good neighbor? It means:
- Demonstrating integrity and accountability
- Working collaboratively and sharing our passion for a
clean planet
- Supporting community development projects with product and financial donations, employment opportunities and participation in volunteer programs
- Helping in times of need
It means saying what we mean and doing what we say. These are our commitments and you can hold us to them. To us, this is what it means to be a good neighbor.
Nestlé Waters North America has long been committed to being a good neighbor to the community and to the environment. Much more than words and promises, our actions in aid of the environment, community initiatives, all underscore our commitment.
Respect, Renew, and Recycle
Groundwater is a renewable resource — one we must protect from contamination or overuse. We respect the rhythm of its natural cycles, taking only what Mother Nature will replenish and taking great care in managing our use of the resources to avoid harm to the environment.
Respecting these principles is not as difficult as it might sound... from reducing packaging, to engaging in ecologically sustainable water use practices, to investing in green buildings, we take environmental stewardship seriously. To learn more visit Nestlé Waters North America.
In an effort to reduce waste and care for our environment, Nestlé Waters North America Inc. has instituted programs that decrease the amount of raw materials used in our bottling process.
For example, over the past 15 years we have reduced the plastic content by 40%, and in the past decade we have eliminated 35.3 million pounds of corrugated cardboard used in our packaging.
All of our bottles are recyclable, right down to the labels. Plus, our 3- and 5-gallon containers are returnable and can be washed, sanitized, and re-used up to 100 times over their four-year life-span. We believe recycling is a key part of sustainability and are working with stakeholders to develop comprehensive programs to raise recycle rates in our communities.
Water Use
Nestlé Waters worldwide uses just 0.0009 percent per year of the total estimated freshwater withdrawn around the world. This is a small percentage, considering that consumers are choosing bottled water more frequently as their choice for calorie-free, convenient refreshment. Consumers also rely upon bottled water if the public water supply becomes unavailable.
Caring in Times of Crisis
Nestlé Waters North America plays an active role in supporting organizations like the American Red Cross and sends water and other support to those affected by natural disasters. To learn more about Nestlé Waters’ philanthropic endeavors visit Nestlé Waters North America.
Being a Good Neighbor Extends to Future Generations
Across the country, Nestlé Waters North America is playing a prominent role in teaching today’s students to appreciate and conserve water with Project WET.
Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) is a nonprofit water education program and publisher for educators and young people ages 5-18. The program facilitates and promotes awareness, appreciation, knowledge and stewardship of water resources through classroom-ready teaching aids and the establishment of internationally sponsored Project WET programs. To learn more about Project WET, please visit www.projectwet.org.
Over-Protective and Proud of It
We are devoted to maintaining a clean, sustainable industry and continually strive to be a good employer, good neighbor, and good steward of the environment.
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