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By the year ____ 2/3 of the world's population will lack access to clean drinking water.
By the year ____ 2/3 of the world's population will lack access to clean drinking water.
2030
When we treat our water as a commodity it becomes _____ _____.
When we treat our water as a commodity it becomes _____ _____.
Corporate Control
In 2007, Americans bought more than ____ billion bottles of water.
In 2007, Americans bought more than ____ billion bottles of water.
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How much of Earth's surface is covered in water? ____ How much of it is drinkable? ____
How much of Earth's surface is covered in water? ____ How much of it is drinkable? ____
Poland Springs water costs Nestle ____ cents/gallon to extract, process, & package but they sell it for $____ a gallon.
Poland Springs water costs Nestle ____ cents/gallon to extract, process, & package but they sell it for $____ a gallon.
Name the 3 largest water bottling corporations.
Name the 3 largest water bottling corporations.
Who said 'There is enough water for human need but not enough for human greed?'
Who said 'There is enough water for human need but not enough for human greed?'
The World Bank values the world water market at ____.
The World Bank values the world water market at ____.
In the next ____ years, no matter where you live, clean water access will be an issue due to changes in ____.
In the next ____ years, no matter where you live, clean water access will be an issue due to changes in ____.
In 2007, ____ states suffered from drought, but _____ still pumped _____ gallons of water per DAY during the drought's height.
In 2007, ____ states suffered from drought, but _____ still pumped _____ gallons of water per DAY during the drought's height.
How do bottled water companies imply tap water isn't healthy? What do they say in their advertisements?
How do bottled water companies imply tap water isn't healthy? What do they say in their advertisements?
What percentage of bottled water is just filtered tap water?
What percentage of bottled water is just filtered tap water?
Where does the plastic used for these bottles come from?
Where does the plastic used for these bottles come from?
Paraxylene, a main compound in plastic and found in bottled water, is linked to causing ____.
Paraxylene, a main compound in plastic and found in bottled water, is linked to causing ____.
Birth defects in Corpus Christi, TX are ____ higher than the state average. _____ is the name of the company in Corpus Christi that makes paraxylene.
Birth defects in Corpus Christi, TX are ____ higher than the state average. _____ is the name of the company in Corpus Christi that makes paraxylene.
How many people at the FDA are responsible for overseeing bottled water regulations?
How many people at the FDA are responsible for overseeing bottled water regulations?
Bottled water manufacturers are required to submit their test reports to the FDA.
Bottled water manufacturers are required to submit their test reports to the FDA.
Municipal water sources are required to submit their testing reports.
Municipal water sources are required to submit their testing reports.
The average world recycling of beverage containers is _____. The US is ____.
The average world recycling of beverage containers is _____. The US is ____.
Name 3 things listed in the credits that YOU can do.
Name 3 things listed in the credits that YOU can do.
Flashcards
Bottled water consumption in 2007
Bottled water consumption in 2007
Americans bought over 29 billion bottles of water in 2007.
Water scarcity by 2030
Water scarcity by 2030
Two-thirds of the world's population may lack access to clean drinking water by 2030.
Corporate control of water
Corporate control of water
Treating water as a commodity leads to corporate control of its distribution and pricing.
Percentage of Earth's surface covered by water
Percentage of Earth's surface covered by water
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Bottled water cost vs. extraction cost
Bottled water cost vs. extraction cost
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Large water bottling corporations
Large water bottling corporations
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Gandhi's quote on water
Gandhi's quote on water
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Value of global water market
Value of global water market
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Clean Water Access Issue
Clean Water Access Issue
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Pepsi water usage during drought
Pepsi water usage during drought
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Bottled water health implications
Bottled water health implications
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Bottled water and tap water relation
Bottled water and tap water relation
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Plastic bottle source
Plastic bottle source
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Paraxylene health risk
Paraxylene health risk
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Birth defects in Corpus Christi
Birth defects in Corpus Christi
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FDA oversight of bottled water
FDA oversight of bottled water
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FDA bottled water testing reports
FDA bottled water testing reports
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Global recycling rate
Global recycling rate
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Actions to improve water access
Actions to improve water access
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Study Notes
Drinking Water Crisis
- By 2030, 2/3 of the world’s population may lack access to clean drinking water.
- 75% of Earth's surface is water, but only 1% is drinkable.
Corporate Impact on Water
- Treating water as a commodity leads to corporate control over this essential resource.
- Major bottling corporations include Nestle, Coca-Cola, and Pepsi.
Bottled Water Industry
- In 2007, Americans purchased over 29 billion bottles of water.
- Poland Springs water costs Nestle approximately 6 to 11 cents per gallon to produce but sells for $1.
Environmental and Health Concerns
- 40% of bottled water is simply filtered tap water.
- Paraxylene, a chemical found in plastic bottles, is linked to cancer risk.
- Birth defects in Corpus Christi, TX are 84% higher than the state average, related to paraxylene production by Flint Hills.
Water Market Value
- The World Bank estimates the global water market is valued at $800 billion.
Future Projections
- Changes in climate are expected to affect clean water access in the next 20-25 years.
Regulatory Oversight
- Only 1 person at the FDA oversees bottled water regulations, and bottled water manufacturers are not required to submit test reports to the FDA.
- Municipal water sources must submit their water quality reports.
Recycling Efforts
- Global recycling of beverage containers averages 50%, while the U.S. recycles about 20%.
Individual Actions
- Individuals can influence the water market by being mindful of usage, voting with their dollars, and demanding public access to water quality reports.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts from the documentary 'Tapped'. This quiz challenges you with important statistics and themes related to water consumption and corporate control over water resources. See how well you understand the implications of water scarcity and access.
