As we approach next week’s conversation: Water Wars – Bottled vs. Tap, I’m blogging about how we choose our water. All week I’m examining the various factors that go into that choice. I’m focusing on the 5 biggies: Environmental, Taste, Convenience, Long Term Health, and Cost.
First up…Environmental Carbon Footprint.
Let’s start on the outside…i.e. the bottle. Most water bottles are made from PET (polyethylene terephthalate). It is easily identifiable from the #1 symbol on the bottom of the container. The two major environmental issues with this plastic is energy used …