Poland Spring Works for Maine
Water Use: Bottled Water Comparison

At Poland Spring, we know that every drop counts and we are proud of our efficient water use—not just in Maine, but throughout the entire family of Poland Spring's spring water brands. For example, to produce one gallon of Poland Spring's bottled water brands, only 1.3 gallons of water are required. This includes water used by equipment and in-line sanitation.

Amount of Water to Make / Process

Product Water to Produce
1 gallon Poland Spring spring water 1.3 gallons
1 gallon of soda 3 gallons
1 pound of hamburger 4 gallons
1 board foot of lumber 5.4 gallons
1 can of fruit or vegetables 9.3 gallons
1 gallon of beer 42 gallons
1 gallon of crude oil 44 gallons
1 pound of cotton 101 gallons
4 new tires 2,072 gallons
1 car 39,090 gallons
1 ton of steel 62,600 gallons
Sources: Eshleman, K., Drinking Water Research Foundation study summary
Coca-cola Company
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
International Bottled Water Association

 

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