![]() The most recent and innovative solution to the problems of low water quality has come about in the age of water filters. Tap water is nowhere near free from dangerous contaminants. The concerns over the quality and safety of tap water that sparked the growth of the bottled water industry are still entirely present. Despite this assertion, tap water does not remain without its problems. If one is choosing only between tap water and bottled water, tap water is plainly the more economical, and, in many cases, the healthier choice. Also, bottled water is outrageously expensive when compared to the cost per gallon of tap water. ![]() The bottled water industry causes a severe strain on the environment, but solutions to this environmental damage significantly lessen the quality of water in the bottles.īottled water, due to several factors, is clearly not a healthier or purer alternative to tap water. It seems there is no feasible solution to this problem. Regrettably, local bottling further compromises water quality due to the reduced health standards for in-state bottled water production and consumption. In another suggestion, the authors recommended that bottled water companies use local bottling facilities in order to lessen fuel expenditures for transportation needs. Unfortunately, reusing plastic bottles further compromises the quality of the water, due to the fact that more and more phthalate leaches its way into the water as the bottle gets older. The authors of the WWF report suggested that water bottles be washed and reused in order to lessen their negative impact on the environment. Bottled water companies, due to their unregulated use of valuable resources and their production of billions of plastic bottles have presented a significant strain on the environment. The number of plastic bottles produced by the bottled water industry and subsequently discarded by consumers has only exacerbated this problem.Īccording to a 2001 report of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), roughly 1.5 million tons of plastic are expended in the bottling of 89 billion liters of water each year.īesides the sheer number of plastic bottles produced each year, the energy required to manufacture and transport these bottles to market severely drains limited fossil fuels. It is hard to argue the fact that waste management has become a large problem in the world, with landfills growing to enormous sizes and recycling rates remaining dismally low. The Effects of Bottled Water on the Environment Receive a Quarterly Green Zone newsletter.Īccess to our “Becoming Eco Friendly Guide” to simple ways you can help erase more of your own carbon footprint and profit.Īll of Aqua Extreme clients will have all the benefits, and more, from our certified Green Alliance EcoChamber, and all certifications that come along with it. Receive updates regarding current events in your industry. ![]() Recognition of Membership Level in the GREENetwork Directory.Įcomembership Certificate: This certificate can be placed on the members Website, business card or other marketing materials to showcase their commitment to the environment.Įducation & information : Knowledge is the most powerful and effective path to create, achieve and increase eco-changes and sustainable profitability in small business, non profits and companies.Īccess to a step by step guide to become an environmentally friendly organization. The Directory compiles the most up to date directory of businesses and entities that have pledged and make steps towards being more environmentally friendly. As a Green business member, Aqua Extreme has a joint alliance with ECOCHAMBER, a Global Chamber of Commerce focused on helping green businesses prosper while promoting environmentally-responsible legislations.
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