where water and oil mix.
When you look into it, it is a bit shocking. Or at least it was to me. Here is something to consider when you reach for a bottle of water.
What is the real cost? — numbers based on 2006 information
+ PRODUCING BOTTLES (approximately 17 million barrels of oil used + 2.5 tons of CO2 produced)
+ WATER (it takes 3 liters of water to produce 1 liter of bottled water)
+ TRANSPORTATION (shipping empty and full by truck, boat, plane, train)
+ COOLING (store and home)
+ BOTTLE RECOVERY (Recycled: less than 25%, sent to Landfills/dumps: an estimated 75% , or 6.5 billion+ lbs. per year)
How does that break down —The Pacific Institute estimates that the energy used to produce a single bottle of water (on average) is the equivalent of filling that same bottle 1/4 full of oil. Though numbers vary from article to article the gist is the same. The taste of water from a water cooler or a faucet can be even more refreshing when you know the facts.
For more information search for "the real cost of bottled water" or check out the links below.
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