Great time in D.C. this week—thank you to the American Beverage Association for convening associations from across the country. 🇺🇸
We appreciated connecting with Illinois congressional members and discussing key beverage industry issues.
At IBA, we’re proud to highlight that our cans aren’t meant to be waste. Aluminum is 100% recyclable, meaning our cans can be remade into new ones again and again—helping keep materials out of landfills and the environment.
Learn more at https://t.co/rkfX6OmlyR ♻️
An appreciation post for our member companies who joined us at our most recent Lobby Day in Springfield.
Thank you to PepsiCo, Heartland Coca-Cola, Keurig Dr Pepper, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, and Coca-Cola North America for your continued engagement and support. 🙌
March is #CaffeineAwarenessMonth. Did you know a recent survey found coffee is the most popular source of caffeine in the U.S. diet by far? Get more facts at https://t.co/ykaEBs17mA
In Illinois, our industry is made up of local bottlers who provide over 95,000 jobs across the state. The Illinois Beverage Association proudly represents these companies and the thousands of men and women who keep the industry moving. Learn more at https://t.co/q6TCj3VXGN 📈📌
We are American companies, making American products with American workers in America’s hometowns. We’re proud of what we do and how we do it. 🇺🇸
#WeDeliverforAmerica
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Data shows full-calorie soft drink consumption has declined for nearly 20 years, while obesity rates continue to rise. In fact, a USDA analysis shows sugar-sweetened beverages account for less than 6% of the total calories in the American diet.
Our containers are #MadetoBeRemade. From how they are designed and manufactured to how they’re collected, recycled, and remade, our efforts are making a real difference. And we’ll continue to innovate and measure our progress along the way.
Enjoy your favorite non-alcoholic beverage today on National Beverage Day! We’re providing more choices with less sugar than ever before to help you celebrate. More at https://t.co/OAo7tskIXu
Last Saturday, PepsiCo teamed up with Alderman Villegas to host an Earth Day community event! About 15 members of PepsiCo’s Valor employee resource group joined in to support the cleanup effort, along with a generous beverage donation for all the volunteers.🌎💙#EarthDay#PepsiCo
Beverages are not driving obesity. When consumption of all sugar-sweetened beverages are combined, they account for less than 6% of calories in the American diet, according to USDA analysis of government data. More at https://t.co/ZdEmE8X3d2
"The investments we’re making around the country, the policies we’re passing on the state level – it's real, it’s meaningful and it’s impactful.” - ABA Vice President of Sustainability, Megan Daum, when asked what she is excited about this #EarthDay when it comes to our industry efforts. More below:
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#EarthDay #Sustainability #Recycling
We’re honored to welcome Justin Bridgeman as our new CEO. His leadership marks an exciting new chapter, built on a strong foundation Click the link to read the full news release. https://t.co/lxEybamMaG #NewsRelease#PressRelease#HeartlandCocaCola#Legacy
From how our containers are designed and manufactured to how they’re collected, recycled, and remade, our efforts are making a real difference towards protecting our environment. But we’re not done yet. More at https://t.co/MNf5vZktrr #EarthDay
IBA members attended the American Beverage Association Fly-In in Washington, D.C., this week! We had the opportunity to connect with key policymakers who influence decisions in Illinois and the broader beverage industry. Exciting discussions and advocacy in action!
Our Heartland family continues to cope with the tragic and unexpected loss of our beloved CEO and Owner, Junior Bridgeman. But in our grief, we find comfort and peace in the powerful legacy Junior built that is Heartland Coca-Cola..
Illinois' leading beverage companies are offering more than 600 different beverages with low or no sugar, including sparkling, flavored, and bottled waters, to zero-sugar sports drinks, teas, and sodas. Discover more at https://t.co/CJ3lOasR6v
Sending our condolences to the Bridgeman family and Heartland Coca-Cola following the passing of Heartland's CEO and Owner, Junior Bridgeman. His leadership will continue to be an inspiration.