This spooky season, we’re ghosting single-use plastic water bottles and reaching for tap water. Single-use plastic water bottles are haunting our planet and come at financial and environmental costs. Making tap water your top choice is often more affordable, minimizes negative environmental impacts and is a convenient option. 

Cost 

Over 50 million single-use plastic water bottles were purchased in the United States in 2022, with even more money invested in each bottle’s packaging, transportation and distribution. One single-use plastic water bottle may cost up to several dollars. On the other hand, tap water is readily available in your home, and its costs tie into your existing water bill. 

Environmental Impact

Plastic waste can take centuries to break down – nearly 20 to 500 years. What’s left behind leaves a scary impact: remains stick around in landfills and turn into microplastics that threaten our health and environment. Additionally, the amount of energy it takes to package and transport single-use plastic water bottles impedes our efforts to deliver drinking water sustainably.

Fortunately, tap water is a better option for our planet and readily available. Integrating it into your daily routine uses less resources and energy, thanks to the infrastructure used by our Your SoCal Tap Water member agencies. Tap water also significantly minimizes plastic waste, reducing your daily carbon footprint.

Convenience

We’ve all been there: you are away from home and are thirsty. While single-use plastic water bottles are an easy and available option, there are simple solutions to bring your tap on-the-go. Whether you fill up your favorite reusable water bottle at home, request a glass of water at a restaurant or stop by a public drinking fountain, tap water is always a convenient option. 

Our Your SoCal Tap Water member agencies work diligently 24/7/365 to deliver water in a convenient, cost-effective and environmentally friendly manner. Ghost the single-use plastic water bottle and grab your favorite refillable water bottle for a fresh, safe sip of tap. 

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