“We Use Eco Cutlery for Our In-house Events.” – Sameer, HR Manager, on why his company prefers Eco Cutlery
Being in charge of human resources for a mid-sized company of about 500 employees, my professional calendar remains full of in-house events round-the-year. Apart from several national holidays, the company anniversary and annual awards, we also have modest celebrations of employees’ birthdays every month. Then, there are impromptu get-togethers, celebrations of important achievements, whether personal or professional, and open house and potluck days at little notice. It goes without saying that the HR department is always involved, and everyone gets busy to ensure everything goes off without a hitch from beginning till end.
I say this to every HR employee – “Don’t underestimate the importance of good food and the way it is served.” Trust me, team members tend to remember the food that is served as vividly as the theme or purpose of the event. That’s the power and value of food.
Recently, I discovered Eco Cutlery, eco-friendly serving solutions for our office functions. From boosting the company’s image to contributing our bit for the environment, it has several benefits. Let me list them here.
Environmental Benefits
- Reduces Plastic Waste: Eco Cutlery serve-ware is completely biodegradable or compostable, thereby reducing the amount of single-use plastic waste that ends up in landfills or the oceans and contributes enormously to pollution.
- Promotes Use of Sustainable Materials: The serve-ware is made of areca and palm leaves. This way, Eco Cutlery reduces the demand for non-renewable materials.
- Lowers Carbon Footprint: The production of Eco Cutlery serve-ware emits much lesser carbon dioxide as compared to the manufacture of conventional plastic or foam plates.
Health Benefits
Non-Toxic: Unlike plastic or Styrofoam, Eco Cutlery’s eco-friendly plates do not leach harmful chemicals when in contact with either hot or cold food, making them safer for use.
Economic and Practical Benefits
- Easier Waste Management: Eco Cutlery serve-ware gives us compostable plates. It simplifies post-event cleanup tremendously and everyone in Housekeeping is happy as they can often be discarded along with any food scraps that may be sticking on them. Just dump them all in a compost bin.
- Cost-Effective in the Long Run: In case of Eco Cutlery, the upfront cost might seem to be slightly higher, but hang on – the environmental and reputational savings outweigh it over time.
Company Image and Responsibility
- Enhances Brand Reputation: When you make the switch to using eco-friendly products like Eco Cutlery for serving food at your in-house events, it certainly shows your organization’s commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. This goes a considerable way to improve your company’s public image and brand equity. It will also contribute to employee satisfaction.
- Compliance with Regulations: Many regions are actively encouraging and even introducing bans on single-use plastics, making eco-friendly options a proactive choice. Why not make it a company policy today?
Encourages Awareness and Change
- Promotes a Culture of Sustainability: By choosing Eco Cutlery, your organization sets an example for employees, inspiring them to adopt similar practices in their own personal lives.
- Educational Opportunity: When we make company decisions as making the change to eco-friendly and biodegradable serve-ware like Eco Cutlery, such actions can open conversations about environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility. It is a powerful step in setting the company tone for awareness of life on Earth and how to protect and nurture it.
Apart from the advantages been mentioned above, I must add that the range of Eco Cutlery looks absolutely great. Many employees are fastidious about aesthetics and hygiene and we can happily tick both the boxes with it. We have served Indian, Chinese, Mughlai, and frequently a mish-mash of several cuisines on Eco Cutlery and it suited us perfectly. So, whatever your menu I can assure, you will not be disappointed.
