Average annual savings for schools that switch to reusables:
Loved by kids, teachers, and pediatricians
“The trays make the food look good!”
“I feel like I am saving the environment!”
“These trays are lit!”
“Sorting waste is easy now.”
Over $2,800
in total cost savings
3,300 pounds
of waste eliminated
73,747
single-use items eliminated
9,747 gallons
of water saved
Over $2,800
in total cost savings
3,300 pounds
of waste eliminated
73,747
single-use items eliminated
Over 19 tons
in carbon savings
Over $1,000
in waste hauling savings
9,747 gallons
of water saved
Why switch to steel?
The cafeteria is a big source of chemical exposure harmful to student health, is the greatest source of a school’s carbon emissions AND schools save money switching from disposable to reusable.
Better for kids' health.
Research shows that chemicals in plastic affect children’s health, including brain development, growth, immunity, puberty, fertility and cardiovascular health.
Stainless steel does not. It is inert, which means no harmful chemicals will transfer to food.
Better for the planet.
The cafeteria is the greatest source of a school’s carbon emissions. Plus, school cafeterias are one of the US’s highest contributors to plastic waste. By one measure, a single middle school can create more than 30,000 pounds of waste through its lunchroom annually.
Steel is the most recycled material on the planet. Plus, steel can be recycled again and again.
Saves schools money.
We know reuse wins every single time to save schools money.
Look at the average COST per USE value:
- Cost/use of a compostable, disposable tray: $0.11
- Cost/use of Ahimsa stainless steel tray: $.005
Stainless steel is the only
(non-breakable) dish material recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
NO CHANGE IN TASTE
Will NOT change the taste or smell of food, so kids will want to eat off of it.
NO BACTERIAL GROWTH
Stainless steel protects from bacterial growth.
MADE SAFE
Free from BPA (and all bisphenols), PVC, phthalates, melamine, and lead.
DOCTOR DESIGNED
Founded and designed by pediatrician and mom, Dr. Manasa Mantravadi.
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