The International Bottled Water Association shares Cathy Wilson's concern for the environment. Used water bottles make up less than one-third of 1 percent of the municipal solid waste that ends up in landfills today. To really make a difference, we need progressive recycling programs that would keep a greater number of all plastic containers ' regardless of what they contain ' out of landfills.Missing from Wilson's article is the fact that bottled water is a calorie-free, easily-accessible beverage alternative when consumers want to avoid or moderate calories, caffeine, alcohol, sugar and artificial ingredients. We should not discourage people from making a healthier lifestyle choice and drinking more water, whether it comes from a bottle or a tap. Stephen Kay is vice president of communication for the International Bottled Water Association.
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