A business news website reports that the popularity of bottled water has recently caused a backlash. It has been shown that the industry produces 38 billion bottles that are not recycled. In addition, making the bottles requires the consumption of 17 million barrels of fossil fuel each year. Groups have arisen, such as Ban the Bottle. London has begun a study on how the bottles affect the environment. In addition, the report notes that the giant bottled water supplier Nestle is under attack for how it gets its water.

Key Takeaways:

• More than $1 billion of plastic is wasted every year from 38 billion unrecycled water bottles
• Calls for a bottled water ban or tax is gaining traction in the UK
• Bottled water companies are facing increased backlash over how their water is sourced

“Ditching bottled water keeps Mother Earth and your wallet green”

Read more: https://www.businessinsider.com/bottled-water-is-the-new-smoking-2017-4?r=UK&IR=T