Tap Water Calculator
Calculate financial savings and environmental benefits of choosing tap water over bottled water
💧 Water Consumption
Recommended: 2.2L (women), 3.0L (men)
Total daily: 2.5L
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Why Choose Tap Water?
Financial Benefits
Tap water can cost 1,000 times less than bottled water. In many developed countries, tap water costs less than $0.01 per gallon, while bottled water can cost $1-3 per bottle. The average family can save hundreds or thousands of dollars per year.
Environmental Impact
Plastic bottles require significant resources to produce and transport. Each bottle needs 3 liters of water and 17.5ml of oil to manufacture. With only 9% recycling rates globally, most bottles end up in landfills or oceans.
Quality and Safety
In developed countries, tap water is often more strictly regulated than bottled water. It's tested daily for contaminants and often contains beneficial minerals and fluoride for dental health. Many bottled water brands actually source from municipal tap water.
Convenience
Tap water is available 24/7 at your home, eliminating the need to shop for, store, and carry heavy bottles. A simple water filter can address any taste or quality concerns at a fraction of the cost of bottled water.