While there is no question that disposables use energy for each product produced and add to the nation’s landfills (no matter how compacted), those costs are not necessarily directly felt by you as an individual foodservice operation. Clearly, the environ-mentally friendly or “green” thing to do is to avoid disposable materials altogether. But is that the most practical course for you to follow?

Hobart recommends that you analyze the individual costs of each alternative, summarized in the table below.

For some operations, the question is moot because your kitchen might be too small for a dishroom and, thus, a warewasher. However, for many of you, the advent of Hobart’s complete line of energy- and water-saving ENERGY STAR® rated warewashers just could tip the scales in favor of the option that is truly a sustainable design decision. That is, one that will be good for the environment and good for the financial success of your operation.

Hobart would be more than glad to assist you in your analysis. Just call 1-888-4HOBART (1-888-446-2278) or contact our LEED-accredited staff.