ReThink Disposable: Hang Ten Boiler

As a result of implementing ReThink Disposable’s recommendations, Hang Ten Boiler reduced the use of 12 different types of disposable foodware items targeted for reduction or elimination by an average of 73% and the total number of disposable foodware items prevented was 318,271 items. Hang Ten Boiler earned an ongoing annual net cost savings of $3,988 and reduced annual waste by 7,551 pounds. Mai Wong, the owner, reported a onetime setup cost of $2,065.68 to purchase 54 12 oz plastic tumblers, 72 10" melamine bowls, 36 16-oz melamine bowls, and 72 7" melamine plates to implement the recommended best management practices, and estimated an annual cost of $11,956 to cover additional water and labor impacts associated with dishwashing.