Reusable Water

Forget Plastic Bottles

Why are people wasting their money on disposable plastic water bottles when they have an unlimited supply of water 20 feet away in their sink? Some say convenience, some say it’s healthier, and some say it just tastes better. Some may think so; however they probably have never tried reusable bottles. In doing so they're actually hurting their health, their wallet, and the planet. 

Health Hazards of Plastic

Since you can buy them at a grocery store, it seems obvious that bottles of water would be much safer than that stuff coming from your faucet. That's not necessarily true. There are a lot of hazards and unknowns about bottled water that are concerning to the average American.

• The FDA only regulates about 30-40% of bottled water. 
• According to one study, 22% of tested brands had chemical levels above state limits.
• Most plastic bottles contain BPA which can cause brain and reproductive dysfunction.

When purchasing a reusable bottle you can ensure that your bottles do not contain harmful BPA. You can also ensure that your water is safer and cleaner than the bottled water whose origin is a mystery. It's easy to find out if your area's water is safe. If you feel uncomfortable drinking from a tap, a sink filter is another cheap alternative. 

 Pocket Money

In the long run, purchasing a $20 reusable water bottle will save you so much money. Fun fact: Americans spend about as much money a year on disposable bottles as they do on engagement rings. There is a huge difference between the cost of bottled water and water from the tap. 

• Bottled water costs 300-2000x more than tap water
• Drinking the recommended 8 glasses of water per year costs…
• $1,400 for bottled water
• $0.50 for tap water
• You can save $550 a year (one disposable bottle a day) by drinking from a reusable bottle

 The Environment

A switch to reusable water bottles can have a hugely positive impact on the environment. From production all the way through disposal, the use of regular plastic bottles is taking a toll on the planet. It also uses up some of our most precious resources to produce bottles of water. 

• It takes over 50 million barrels of oil to produce and refrigerate bottled water. 
• 3x the amount of water are used to produce a bottle than to fill it.
• Over 80% of water bottles go to landfills.
• When bottles decompose they release toxic chemicals.
• Plastic bottles and bags make up the majority of ocean and beach litter.

As a whole, it is a good decision to switch from disposable plastic water bottles to reusable ones. They're safer, cheaper, and more environmentally friendly. It's a pretty easy choice to make, so what's stopping you?