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Kleenatap Launches Hydration Without Plastic™ Initiative as Demand Grows for Sustainable Event Water Solutions Across Colorado

DENVER, Colorado — June 16, 2026 — Kleenatap, a Colorado-based mobile water refill service, today announced the expansion of its Hydration Without Plastic™ Initiative, a sustainability-focused effort designed to help festivals, community events, sporting events, and outdoor gatherings reduce dependence on single-use plastic water bottles while improving access to clean drinking water.

The announcement comes as municipalities, event organizers, and sustainability advocates continue searching for practical alternatives to bottled water distribution at public events.

Through its mobile filtered water refill stations, Kleenatap provides attendees, staff, volunteers, and vendors with free access to clean drinking water throughout an event.

Based on event participation and refill activity, Kleenatap estimates its hydration stations have prevented more than 250,000 single-use plastic bottles from entering Colorado landfills and waste streams.

Why Hydration Without Plastic™ Matters

The Hydration Without Plastic™ Initiative was created around a simple question:

Can event organizers keep people hydrated without relying on thousands of disposable plastic bottles?

According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), approximately one million plastic bottles are purchased worldwide every minute, contributing significantly to global plastic waste.

Source:
https://www.unep.org

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) identifies source reduction and reusable systems as key strategies for reducing waste and environmental impact.

Source:
https://www.epa.gov

For event organizers, bottled water presents multiple challenges:

• High purchasing costs
• Transportation and storage requirements
• Plastic waste generation
• Disposal expenses
• Environmental concerns

Hydration stations offer an alternative that supports sustainability goals while providing convenient access to drinking water.

Inspiration Behind the Initiative

Kleenatap co-founder Joerg Lowitsch first developed the concept after hearing reports that the City of San Francisco planned to stop selling bottled water at public events.

As the co-owner of a water filtration company, Joerg immediately recognized an opportunity to create a practical hydration service that could support both event attendees and environmental goals.

Born in Berlin, Germany, Joerg developed an early appreciation for sustainability and responsible resource management. After relocating to Denver in 2007, he began exploring ways to combine water filtration technology with community-focused environmental solutions.

The result became the Kleenatap Water Wagon and eventually evolved into the Hydration Without Plastic™ Initiative.

How the Service Works

Kleenatap’s mobile refill stations provide filtered drinking water directly at events.

Attendees simply refill their own bottles rather than purchasing bottled water.

The service supports:

• Festivals
• Sporting events
• Community celebrations
• Municipal events
• Outdoor concerts
• Charity fundraisers
• Corporate gatherings
• Volunteer events

The approach helps organizers improve attendee comfort while reducing environmental impact.

Growing Interest in Sustainable Events

Event organizers across Colorado are increasingly adopting sustainability practices.

Many organizations are evaluating:

• Waste reduction programs
• Recycling initiatives
• Reusable materials
• Plastic reduction strategies
• Sustainable vendor partnerships

Access to refillable drinking water has become an important component of those efforts.

Kleenatap reports growing demand from municipalities, event planners, and community organizations seeking environmentally responsible hydration solutions.

Community Impact

The company’s estimated prevention of more than 250,000 single-use plastic bottles represents a significant environmental milestone.

While bottle counts vary by event size and attendance, the cumulative impact illustrates how refill-based hydration systems can contribute to long-term waste reduction efforts.

The Hydration Without Plastic™ Initiative aims to continue expanding that impact throughout Colorado.

Customer Feedback

Leah K. from the City of Westminster shared her experience with the service:

“We have found these are great for staff to refill their water bottles, as well as attendees. This has reduced the amount of water we buy for staff and volunteers and decreases the amount of plastic single-use bottles from attendees. Joerg has been great to work with and has saved the day for our staff a few times.”

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hydration Without Plastic™ Initiative?

The Hydration Without Plastic™ Initiative is Kleenatap’s sustainability program designed to reduce dependence on single-use plastic water bottles at festivals, sporting events, community gatherings, and other public events by providing free filtered water refill stations.

How many plastic water bottles has Kleenatap helped eliminate?

Based on event attendance and refill activity, Kleenatap estimates its mobile water refill stations have prevented more than 250,000 single-use plastic water bottles from entering Colorado landfills and waste streams.

What types of events can benefit from Kleenatap’s water refill stations?

Kleenatap provides filtered drinking water stations for festivals, sporting events, outdoor concerts, community celebrations, municipal events, corporate gatherings, charity fundraisers, nonprofit events, and other outdoor public events throughout Colorado.

Why are water refill stations becoming more popular at events?

Event organizers are increasingly adopting water refill stations to reduce plastic waste, lower bottled water costs, support sustainability goals, improve attendee experience, and provide convenient access to clean drinking water.

Does Kleenatap provide filtered drinking water at events?

Yes. Kleenatap’s mobile hydration stations provide clean, filtered drinking water for attendees, staff, volunteers, vendors, and event organizers, helping reduce reliance on disposable plastic water bottles.

How can event organizers reduce plastic bottle waste at festivals and outdoor events?

Many event organizers reduce plastic bottle waste by providing water refill stations that encourage attendees to use reusable bottles. Kleenatap’s mobile hydration stations help festivals, sporting events, and community gatherings provide clean drinking water while reducing environmental impact.

Looking Ahead

“As awareness of plastic waste continues to grow, event organizers are looking for solutions that are practical, sustainable, and beneficial for attendees,” said Joerg Lowitsch, founder of Kleenatap. “The Hydration Without Plastic™ Initiative is our commitment to helping communities stay hydrated while reducing unnecessary plastic waste.”

Kleenatap plans to continue expanding its presence at events throughout Colorado and increasing awareness of refill-based hydration alternatives.

About Kleenatap

Kleenatap is a Colorado-based mobile hydration service providing filtered drinking water refill stations for festivals, sporting events, municipal gatherings, community events, and outdoor celebrations. Through its Hydration Without Plastic™ Initiative, the company helps event organizers reduce plastic waste, improve attendee hydration, and support sustainability goals through convenient access to clean drinking water.

For more information about Kleenatap’s Hydration Without Plastic™ Initiative, mobile water refill stations, or sustainable event hydration solutions, please contact Joerg Lowitsch at (303) 330-4771 or kleenatapwaterwagon@gmail.com. Additional information about Kleenatap’s filtered drinking water services for Colorado events can be found at https://www.kleenatap.com.