Our journey. Our philosophy. Our mission.
Our passion for water, the environment, and customer service has been our driving force from the beginning. In 2010, as awareness grew around the devastating impact of plastic pollution and access to clean water, we were compelled to act. Recognizing that single-use plastics, especially bottled water, are among the leading contributors to global pollution, a vision to promote alternative means of accessing clean, healthy water was born.
As natives of Los Angeles, our journey began with our first water store in Koreatown with several clear objectives: to educate our community about the importance of water quality; offer superior products aligned with our standards for safety and sustainability and health in mind, and provide unmatched customer service. It featured a filling station with an advanced filtration system that invited anyone to refill reusable bottles with purified and alkaline water at an affordable price. We stocked our shelves with glass and BPA-free bottles, dispensers and accessories.
Nearly 15 years later, our operations now include water delivery, water systems and filters, vending machines and consultation. Although we are proud of what we’ve accomplished, we continue to push for a future without single-use plastics. Above all, we aspire to be your one-stop water shop for all of your water needs!
Urban Oasis is a locally founded and minority-owned small business.
As members of the Water Quality Association, we adhere to the highest standards and promote industry-leading products.
Educate
Although the most popular drink on the planet happens to be water, many don’t know much about it. Without that knowledge, it’s hard to comprehend the importance of such a precious commodity. We want everyone to know where water comes from and how we access it, what happens to it during its daunting journey from Earth to tap, and what we have to do to ensure that the water we use is sustainable and good for our health.
Eliminate
60 million plastic bottles go in the trash every day in the U.S. Our dream is to one day live in a world without single-use plastic. It may seem like an impossibility, but we believe it’s achievable, one bottle at a time. That’s why we’re all about promoting all the possible ways to avoid those pesky SUPs. We understand that plastic has a role in our world, but our responsibility as humans is to use it consciously and responsibly.
Hydrate
Nothing is more important to our business than our water. As a member of the Water Quality Association, we are always up-to-date with the latest technology in water treatment and use it to produce the best water possible. We take great pride in promoting products with the highest standards in the industry. And as part of our mission to educate, we share our knowledge of water technology so that our clients can make the best, informed choice for their specific water needs.
