Water in a can – whatever next!
In response to the tide of plastic waste that litters our shores and seas, several water brands have come up with a seemingly “good” alternative – water in a can! Before we explore whether or not we think this is a good thing, first we need to rewind a little...
Do lockdowns and social distancing spell a death knell for the “water cooler moment”
Many of us who have worked in large offices know that the water cooler or the tea room used to be areas for people to congregate and have an informal catch-up. The question is – with more and more of us working from home, using Teams or Zoom...
Easy ways to make the workplace more ecofriendly
Our Infographic sows you a few examples on how to go more ecofriendly: 1) get rid of your bottled water cooler; 2) turn off the lights; 3) ditch the coffee pod; 4) go paperless; 5) use the eco modes for tech; 6) recycle packaging.
How much does 19 litres of water really weigh?
Most bottled water coolers can accept plastic bottles that contain 19 litres of water. This is only just below the threshold of what the Health and Safety executive say is a safe lifting limit. These 19 litre water bottles have to be lifted to above elbow height to put...
Would getting rid of my bottled cooler be a positive choice to help the environment?
Numerous times we have seen on social media the slogan “We don’t need a handful of people doing zero waste perfectly; we need millions of people doing it imperfectly.” Essentially the focus with this statement is all about making little changes that are likely to stick and...
How to change a tap on your water cooler
This week we are providing a handy guide, on what to do, if your water cooler or drinks dispenser tap breaks. Check these easy to follow steps which can save you some money and have your machine working again in a few minutes...
Air Purifiers – a solution for all sized environments
Our outside air is polluted by traffic, industry and the agricultural sector, but did you know that indoor air is often 10-30 times more polluted than outside? The harmful effects of indoor air pollution have become increasingly known in recent years...
Simple steps to reduce plastic use – INFOGRAPHIC
At aqualeader we are always looking for a quick swap to help us reduce our single use plastic consumption. As plastic pollution grows, with staggering predictions for the year 2040, more than ever, its really important to all try to do our bit for the environment...
How getting your water delivered contributes to ever-increasing pollution
The 8th October was National Clean Air Day, so it seems pertinent to raise this issue as a blog. Every year up to 36,000 people die in the UK as a direct result of air pollution...
The brain, mental health and water
The link between the gut and the brain is now a well established fact. According to an article on Healthline, staying hydrated has a positive impact on the mucosal lining of the intestines.
Why should you service your hot drinks boiler?
If you have a hot drinks boiler in your office, school, gym, conference centre, it’s really important to ensure it’s serviced regularly. It produces almost boiling water, but it still needs a regular service...
Aqualeader – Fully accredited members of The Water Dispenser & Hydration Association
For several years now aqualeader has been a member of the Water Cooler Trade Association, these days this is known as The WHA...