Plastic is hurting our planet

The proliferation of plastic waste has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental crises of our time. Every year each person throws away an average of 120 single use plastic water bottles in the UK alone, and only 45% of that is recycled, the rest left to choke our oceans, harm wildlife, and contaminate our food chain as they break down into microplastics. 

The alternative (for us at least) is obvious; to provide consumers with the simple alternative of steel bottles. They are durable and represent a fundamental shift from disposable to sustainable consumption.

We have attempted to provide a small comparison to help you make your choice:

Plastic	Steel
Depending on quality and use, can last up to 5 years	Can last years, decades or even a lifetime with proper care
Petroleum-based production and low recycling rates both contribute to pollution, along with a higher lifetime carbon footprint due to replacement frequency	There is a higher initial production  impact and carbon footprint, but this is offset by longevity and recyclability, resulting in a much lower lifetime impact.
Will leach BPA and other chemicals, over time, especially exacerbated by UV light and heat	This is an inert material with no risk of leaching.
Lightweight	Slightly heavier than the alternative
Can retain flavours and odours, develop staining, melt or warp at high temperatures	Resistant to leaks, stains, and heat