Delivery.com Members Working Together to Support the Environment This Earth Day and Beyond
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One Million Delivery.com Members Strong…And Counting…Opt-Out for Plastic and Paper to Help Reduce Waste NEW YORK--(Business Wire)-- Delivery.com, a leading online service offering local delivery of food, flowers, groceries and other items, announced today that in an effort to be more environmentally responsible, with the help from its customers and merchants, has reached its one millionth `opt-out` item as part of its green footprint/waste reduction program. The company, since the fall of last year, has given its customers the opportunity to `opt-out` of receiving plastic or paper plates, cups, utensils, and even packets of condiments or salt and pepper, which normally go unused. Delivery.com first introduced the "Opt-Out" option on its site in response from its ever-growing environmentally-friendly customer-base who indicated they preferred to not receive plastics or paper Items. "We are thrilled that we have reached the one million mark in such a short time. This truly shows the dedication from our members to help make an impact in a green future-for this Earth Day and beyond," said Paul Geller, CEO, Delivery.com. "Our participating restaurants traditionally include an abundance of condiments, paper products and plastic cutlery with nearly every order, much of which is rarely used and therefore discarded. By giving our members the choice to `opt-out,` not only collectively are we making a small difference for the environment, but are we are helping our merchants to save and streamline costs as well." "Companies must take the initiative to provide overall excellence in service, but must also be conscious of how their decisions impact climate change and the environment. Even a small step like this can reduce the carbon footprint in the chain of retail operations and personal deliveries," concluded Geller About Delivery.com Established in 1999, Delivery.com, formerly NYCTOGO.com, has provided both companies and consumers with fast and easy online food ordering from local restaurants & merchants. In 2009 the organization has expanded its reach, aligning with national brand retailers and merchants to provide consumers and corporations with increased offerings such as groceries, caterers, wine & spirits, household and personal goods, flowers, and more. Additional information can be found at www.delivery.com. Ogilvy Serena Tessler, 212-880-5279 Serena.tessler@ogilvypr.com Copyright Business Wire 2009
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