- Question
Should we ban bottled water?
The consumption of bottled water is on the rise. Each year, approximately 200 billion plastic water bottles are used worldwide. With concerns about cost, effects on the environment, and the actual quality of the water, companies are brainstorming and seeking out healthier, eco-friendly alternatives.
Yes, water bottles should be banned.
This position holds that bottled water should be banned. It argues that, where clean tap water is freely available, a ban would deprive no one but would push people toward reusable bottles, and that eliminating single-use plastic bottles would sharply cut the waste polluting landfills and oceans.
No, water bottles should not be banned.
This position opposes banning bottled water. It argues that bottled water is a vital safe supply where tap water is unreliable or during emergencies, and that removing it from shelves would push people toward sugary, less healthy drinks rather than reducing consumption.