Beverage Maker Unveils Green HQ
Cott Corporation, a non-alcoholic beverage company, has opened a new “green” U.S. headquarters in Tampa, Florida.
The 60,000-square-foot facility, which marked its grand opening today, features energy-efficient lighting, carpeting that’s free of PVC and chlorine, and chairs made from 30 percent post-consumer recycled materials.
“In our endeavors to develop a new world-class corporate headquarters, the decision was made to implement as many ‘green’ products and practices as possible,” said Brent Willis, Cott’s CEO. “Special attention was paid to the selection of products and building materials to ensure reduced environmental impact.”
Cott is also working to produce more environmentally friendly beverage containers. The company’s brands include RC Cola, Jarritos, Red Rain and Orient Emporium teas.
how did RC cola never make it into the top tier? I always liked it better than coke or pepsi…
You know, that’s funny, Dave. I actually was wondering a couple of months ago whether they even made RC anymore (no particular reason — just popped into my head; I thought it tasted pretty good too). I found my answer today!
I love RC, and agree totally, Dave.
Do these folks bottle water… just wondering? There’s clearly an effort in this industry to “green” its image… though that’s, at the very least, a problematic proposition…
Hey Jeff, Cott’s Website does mention that they produce “purified drinking water,” although it looks like more of their water products are seltzers, nutrient-infused waters, fruit waters and fitness waters.
I agree, it’s hard — in my opinion — for any player in the bottled water market to lay a legitimate claim to being green. The environmental costs are just too great.
Then, again, I also find it mind-boggling that we find it necessary at all to have such products as “fitness” and “nutrient” waters. Isn’t a green, balanced and healthful diet the best way to get the nutrients we need, and doesn’t plain old tap water quench a thirst just as well (and less expensively)?