Global Regional Water Utility Calls for Reduction in Single-Use Plastic and Promotes Public Drinking Fountains

>>New York State Water Company in the United States is partnering with the mayor to install 100 water fountains across New York.
>>World Hydration Day 2022 aims to prevent plastic pollution and help people reduce the amount of plastic waste in their lives.
>>It is estimated that 65 percent of New Yorkers buy at least one single-use plastic water bottle per week, which equates to more than 900 million per year.
>>An additional 30 water fountains will be provided in New York schools this summer to help increase the number of water-only schools.


On World Hydration Day, we are encouraging New Yorkers to give up single-use plastic bottles and get free, high-quality drinking water at the State Capitol's water fountains.

These water fountains are fully accessible, safe, and cleaned regularly. The local water company will clean and maintain the fountains for at least 30 years.

These easy-to-use fountains are located throughout New York, which means thirsty New Yorkers and visitors can refill their own reusable bottles with free, high-quality tap water, while reducing plastic waste.

As a global movement, we have the power to create a wave of change.