Blackhawks, Bulls United Center implements major ban that changes the food industry
Photo credit: United Center
The Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago Bulls have made a major announcement that will change the way you hydrate in the arena forever. As they have partnered with the water treatment company, Culligan to replace your plastic bottles in favor of aluminum containers.
The team instead will move on from plastic water bottles and sell aluminum water bottles at concession stands.
Along with this, they will install refilling stations, water fountains, and multi-function faucets all throughout the United Center.
«Culligan has proudly kept our neighbors, friends and fellow businesses across Chicago hydrated with clean, great-tasting water for nearly 90 years,» said Al Hamood, President and Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, Culligan International. «With this new partnership, we are taking water transformation to the next level, delivering high-quality, game-changing drinking water solutions to fans, athletes and artists in our hometown, and inviting all to join us in reducing reliance on plastic.»
Along with the debut of premium hydration systems, they will introduce in the United Center an upgrade with recycling capabilities not seen at the arena.
The goal is to reduce plastic waste and encourage sustainable practices and packaging for Blackhawks and Bulls fans.
Aluminum is easily recyclable and doesn't contain BPA as plastic does, and ensures safer and healthier consumer choices.
«Teaming up with Culligan as our Official Water Partner is a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to enhance the fan experience and reduce single-use plastic throughout the arena,» said Joe Myhra, Chief Operating Officer, United Center. «By eliminating plastic water bottles from our concessions and introducing refillable, aluminum water bottles, we're reducing plastic waste and empowering our fans to make more conscious environmental choices with a purpose-driven, hometown partner.»
Source: NHL
RELEASE: Blackhawks, Bulls and United Center Partner with Culligan for Plastic-Free Water
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