Drought Response in Metro Vancouver: goal of BC Restaurant Association is to reduce water use by up to 15%
Regional Water Use Through August 11, 2015
Restaurant Association President Encourages His Members to Lead the Way on Water Conservation
British Columbia Restaurant and Foodservices Association President and CEO Ian Tostenson is urging his membership to take a leadership role in the fight to conserve water in Metro Vancouver.
“They want to do the right thing,” notes Tostenson. “The public expects us to be doing it. And in a way, it’s good for business, because people like to support businesses that show a community-minded side. I think it’s a good message to see our industry taking these steps.”
“We believe in getting the (conservation) message out because people look to restaurants for stewardship,” says Tostenson. “So I’ve put it to our members – let’s go after this and set a goal of 10 to 15% reduction (in water use).”
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