Sustainability In Every Step
Giving bottles another life, reducing waste, conserving water, and powering operations responsibly.
Sustainability
Our Commitment
As a family-owned company, our priority is the health of our Team Members, our communities and our environment. Niagara is committed to responsible resource usage and integrating sustainability into every aspect of our business. We have an obligation to not only drive water stewardship, energy efficiency, renewable energy generation and waste reduction, but also to continuously innovate to reduce our carbon footprint. We firmly believe in continuing to grow and improving in each of these areas to make Niagara the best beverage supplier, community partner and employer that we can be.
Our Sustainability Goals
Our sustainability efforts are guided by a focus on measurable impact and purposeful action. Across our network, we’re advancing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), achieving 31% recycled content in California and 2% in Washington State, and aligning our initiatives with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). From clean water and renewable energy to responsible production and climate action, Niagara is taking meaningful steps to create lasting positive change for people, communities, and the planet.
Sustainability In Action
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Plants achieved True Zero Waste, diverting 97% of materials companywide
36,321
solar panels installed, helping power five plants with clean energy
228,920
MT of CO₂ captured and 17.5M gallons of stormwater restored through microforests
731,000
lbs of plastic removed each year through smarter, lighter packaging
7.3
million haul miles avoided through optimized, efficient logistics
34
Plants achieved True Zero Waste, diverting 97% of materials companywide
36,321
solar panels installed, helping power five plants with clean energy
228,920
MT of CO₂ captured and 17.5M gallons of stormwater restored through microforests
731,000
lbs of plastic removed each year through smarter, lighter packaging
7.3
million haul miles avoided through optimized, efficient logistics
Packaging Efficiency
We’re transforming how was water packaged – using less, recycling more, and moving toward a circular economy, without compromising quality or safety. Every innovation is designed to make recycling easier and reduce our impact on the planet.
Label-Free Bottle
Our 0.5L label-free bottle simplifies recycling by embedding
- Less material
- Reduces carbon footprint
- Saves water
- Pallets removed from the supply chain
Eco-Air Bottle®
Lightweight and fully recyclable*, the Eco-Air Bottle® uses over 60%** less plastic while minimizing label and cap materials.
- Enables more water per truckload which lowers CO₂ and fuel use
- Uses less plastic per bottle which helps conserve valuable resources
- Has reduced bottle carbon footprint by 59% since 2009
*Recyclable bottle and cap. Excludes label and outer wrap, which may not be recyclable in your area. **On average vs. our original 1998 500mL bottle.
Eco-Air Package®
As a leader in packaging innovation, Niagara is the first to successfully commercialize nested cases. Our Eco-Air Package® eliminates the need for a cardboard tray completely and the cases take up less pallet space which allows us to ship more water per order and helps us reduce our CO₂ emissions.
How To Recycle
Niagara packaging is designed for simple, effective recycling. All of our bottles and caps are 100% recyclable**, and Eco-Air case wraps can be dropped off at participating locations. Doing your part keeps materials in circulation!
Water Stewardship
We care for the watersheds where our plants operate, protecting aquifers, supporting local ecosystems, and helping reduce risks like algae blooms to ensure healthy water resources for tomorrow.
How We Save Water
Water Recovery
At our largest North American plant, we recover 99% of water through advanced VSEP technology—turning what would be wastewater into ultra-pure, reusable water that helps protect local watersheds.
Efficient Plumbing Upgrades
Smart plumbing and low-flow fixtures save over 1 million gallons annually, with greywater reused for irrigation and other non-potable needs across multiple sites.
Optimized Cooling Towers
Our cooling towers are fine-tuned to save over 4.4 million gallons each year, reducing evaporation and keeping more water in the system where it belongs.
Drought-Tolerant Landscaping & Microforests
Native landscaping and microforest projects reduce irrigation needs naturally while restoring local ecosystems and boosting biodiversity across our facilities.
Water Recovery
At our largest North American plant, we recover 99% of water through advanced VSEP technology—turning what would be wastewater into ultra-pure, reusable water that helps protect local watersheds.
Efficient Plumbing Upgrades
Smart plumbing and low-flow fixtures save over 1 million gallons annually, with greywater reused for irrigation and other non-potable needs across multiple sites.
Optimized Cooling Towers
Our cooling towers are fine-tuned to save over 4.4 million gallons each year, reducing evaporation and keeping more water in the system where it belongs.
Drought-Tolerant Landscaping & Microforests
Native landscaping and microforest projects reduce irrigation needs naturally while restoring local ecosystems and boosting biodiversity across our facilities.
Bottled water has the lowest water
use ratio of any packaged beverage available in the market.
Source: International Bottled Water Association (IBWA)
Energy
We’re committed to using energy responsibly across every part of our business—reducing emissions, conserving resources, and powering our operations more efficiently. By embracing renewable energy and smarter technologies, we’re creating measurable impact for our communities, our Team Members, and the planet.
How We Lead In Energy Efficiency
Smart Equipment & Automation
High-efficiency bottling lines, automated forklifts, and automated storage systems keep operations safe, reliable, and energy-conscious.
Lighting & Workspace Optimization
Skylights and LED lighting reduce energy use, lower heat, and create brighter, more comfortable workplaces for our Team Members.
Advanced Molding Technology
Innovative bottle and cap molding uses less energy while maintaining quality and operational efficiency.
Renewable Energy Integration
36,321 solar panels power five plants, while four Texas facilities run on 100% wind energy.
Smart Equipment & Automation
High-efficiency bottling lines, automated forklifts, and automated storage systems keep operations safe, reliable, and energy-conscious.
Lighting & Workspace Optimization
Skylights and LED lighting reduce energy use, lower heat, and create brighter, more comfortable workplaces for our Team Members.
Advanced Molding Technology
Innovative bottle and cap molding uses less energy while maintaining quality and operational efficiency.
Renewable Energy Integration
36,321 solar panels power five plants, while four Texas facilities run on 100% wind energy.