It’s literally part of my routine almost every trip: pass through security, and then pick up a bottle of water. I can’t bring water through, so I end up buying it every time. It’s a terrible habit, easily correctable by purchasing a reusable water bottle and refilling it as needed.
Now SFO plans to push me and everyone else in that direction.
SFO Bans Sale of Plastic Water Bottles
On August 20th, SFO will ban the sale of plastic water bottles. This doesn’t just affect the quick-stop vendors who offer it to you for $4.29, but also to vending machines and even restaurants. The environmentally friendly move is the first by a major U.S. airport. It is just another step that the city is taking to slash waste and reduce their consumption.
The ban is only to plain water, however. You can still buy flavored water, soda, and other beverages in plastic bottles. I’m not sure if/when these will be cut as well, but for now your Coke is safe.
As SFO vendors sell 4 million bottles of water per year (a $12 million dollar revenue stream, assuming $3 per bottle), the move could certainly impact them. My guess is that they will move to boxed water, or possibly even glass bottles (at an even higher price).
If you’re passing through SFO, I highly suggest bringing a refillable bottle. I’m sure SFO will be able to hook you up with one made of either metal or glass, if you do forget. As for filling it, well, you’re in luck. SFO has over 100 hydration stations scattered throughout the airport.
What do you think of SFO’s move toward reducing plastic?
sounds like someone did not make their kick back payment on timd
I doubt that’s what it is. We’re not talking ATL or LGA here. SFO has been on a “green” push for a while now, and this is just the next step.
what about the needles and poop in dtown SF? never heard anything from them since. chuckles…
One problem at a time, Matt.
Really, really great. Disposable water bottles are a complete waste in areas where the tap water is potable and of good quality. Much worse than plastic straws. For the same $5 they used to sell a disposable bottle, they can sell a reusable bottle and let you fill it from the tap. The profit margin will be smaller but everyone will benefit.
Agreed. It’s a good move. Travelers will just need to adjust.
Those liberal are out of control. We need to do opposite of what they tell us. Last time they told us not hang ourselves and commit suicide and a few of my republican friends did just that to show those liberals the middle finger. I miss my friends though. The smartest Republicans I knew.