Having an eco-friendly workplace is more important than ever. Why? Because employees are looking to businesses to reduce their environmental impact. That makes sustainability a hiring strategy and retention tool. But is there an easy way to be more green in the office? There is!
Modern vending machines are more eco-friendly than ever. They can help you save energy and reduce harmful emissions. Here’s how vending has improved over time:
1. Eco-Friendly Lighting
Older vending machines use fluorescent lights to show off products. Upgraded machines use LED lights. Less fragile and a lot brighter, LEDs better showcase the variety of trendy snacks and drinks inside the Fort Myers and Naples break room. Plus, they use up to 40% less energy than the old bulbs. That means lower electricity bills. LED lights last longer, too, cutting down on maintenance costs. A state-of-the-art Fort Myers and Naples vending machine with LEDs is a win-win.
2. Activity Sensors
Today, vending machines are built to be as efficient as possible. But they run 24/7, which means they can use 4,400 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of energy each year. To save energy, some machines have motion sensor technology. When no one is at work, the lights turn off. Some even adjust cooling based on activity.
Smart features like this make the Fort Myers and Naples break room more energy-efficient while keeping snacks and popular cold beverages ready when needed.
3. Smart Monitoring
The most eco-friendly vending machines do more than just dispense snacks. They can track sales and monitor inventory in real time. This helps reduce waste and optimize restocking trips. When we know just what’s needed, we can cut down on unnecessary deliveries to your break room. Fewer trips mean lower emissions, yet, your favorite healthy vending snacks are never out of stock.
4. Reverse Vending
Recycling is a well-known tool for being green. But did you know that in some areas, vending machines are being used to encourage people to recycle? They are called reverse vending machines since you put empty containers back in, instead of getting full containers out. There can even be rewards for participation to boost use. What a great way to be green!
Be More Eco-Friendly with Surpass Refreshments
Use our green vending efforts to meet your sustainability goals. We do everything we can to reduce energy use, fuel, and vehicle emissions without affecting service. That way we can all enjoy a brighter tomorrow.
Reach out to Surpass Refreshments for refreshment service in Fort Myers and Naples. We offer all you need, from eco-friendly vending to budget-friendly office coffee. Give us a call at (239) 898-0582 to talk through a solution. We can’t wait to work with you.
