Warning to plastic bottled water drinkers at SFO, no longer offered for sale 20Aug'19
Aug 19, 2019, 8:59 pm
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I hadn't thought about that.
Let me rephrase: Do they sell sparkling water (in plastic, apparently, if at all?)?
They do sell other beverages, such as Diet Coke, in plastic? Or is it going to only cans (which, er, spill very easily, vs. bottles with caps)?
Gc
Aug 19, 2019, 9:05 pm
#17
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Good point.
I hadn't thought about that.
Let me rephrase: Do they sell sparkling water (in plastic, apparently, if at all?)?
They do sell other beverages, such as Diet Coke, in plastic? Or is it going to only cans (which, er, spill very easily, vs. bottles with caps)?
Gc
I hadn't thought about that.
Let me rephrase: Do they sell sparkling water (in plastic, apparently, if at all?)?
They do sell other beverages, such as Diet Coke, in plastic? Or is it going to only cans (which, er, spill very easily, vs. bottles with caps)?
Gc
Per ordinance:
"Effective August 20, water to be sold in recyclable aluminum, glass or BPI-certified compostable bottles. The policy applies to purified water, mineral water, carbonated or sparkling water, and electrolyte-enhanced water, but does not include flavored beverages such as sodas, teas, or juices."
Aug 19, 2019, 9:08 pm
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On the subject of sparking water/club soda/seltzer, FAs of multiple carriers, including UA, protect them like they are non-rev upgrades. Every time I ask for the remaining portion of the can on board, it's like I am asking for a glass of cognac. Also, no ice =/= add ice into my drink.
Aug 19, 2019, 11:42 pm
#19
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Very supportive of this. Was on a delayed flight tonight (the last day before this becomes effective) and UAL staff offered snacks and bottled water. The United agent begged me to take as many as possible as she said they cannot offer water starting tomorrow and have many in stock. (I don't drink bottled water so didn't take them). I guess this ban extends to airline provided water in the terminal as well.
I hope SFO expands the filling stations for water bottles beyond the few stations now. I think it is very ineffective when something beneficial like this happens and the majority of the impact is to take something away rather than expanding the offering of a positive alternative.
I hope SFO expands the filling stations for water bottles beyond the few stations now. I think it is very ineffective when something beneficial like this happens and the majority of the impact is to take something away rather than expanding the offering of a positive alternative.
Aug 20, 2019, 7:30 am
#20
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They are selling aluminum reusable bottles of water now in place of plastic. Which I would guess 90% of them will end up in the trash.
Actually a prime business opportunity for someone; sell aluminum bottles with SFO and the Golden Gate Bridge on it, mark it up even more, and sell it as a souvenir.
I also saw cans of LaCroix and glass bottles of mineral water.
Actually a prime business opportunity for someone; sell aluminum bottles with SFO and the Golden Gate Bridge on it, mark it up even more, and sell it as a souvenir.
I also saw cans of LaCroix and glass bottles of mineral water.
Aug 20, 2019, 7:54 am
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Before I board a tpac or even transcon flight I buy between 2-4 water bottles. Staying properly hydrated on a flight is very important. It is too easy to get dehydrated.
im not going to travel with 4 big water bottles they take up too much space.
i am all about being green. But airplanes is the one place it makes sense to use single use.
im not going to travel with 4 big water bottles they take up too much space.
i am all about being green. But airplanes is the one place it makes sense to use single use.
Aug 20, 2019, 8:04 am
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Before I board a tpac or even transcon flight I buy between 2-4 water bottles. Staying properly hydrated on a flight is very important. It is too easy to get dehydrated.
im not going to travel with 4 big water bottles they take up too much space.
i am all about being green. But airplanes is the one place it makes sense to use single use.
im not going to travel with 4 big water bottles they take up too much space.
i am all about being green. But airplanes is the one place it makes sense to use single use.
Aug 20, 2019, 9:04 am
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Aug 20, 2019, 9:20 am
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Before I board a tpac or even transcon flight I buy between 2-4 water bottles. Staying properly hydrated on a flight is very important. It is too easy to get dehydrated.
im not going to travel with 4 big water bottles they take up too much space.
i am all about being green. But airplanes is the one place it makes sense to use single use.
im not going to travel with 4 big water bottles they take up too much space.
i am all about being green. But airplanes is the one place it makes sense to use single use.
Aug 20, 2019, 10:49 am
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Aug 20, 2019, 11:18 am
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They are selling aluminum reusable bottles of water now in place of plastic. Which I would guess 90% of them will end up in the trash.
Actually a prime business opportunity for someone; sell aluminum bottles with SFO and the Golden Gate Bridge on it, mark it up even more, and sell it as a souvenir.
I also saw cans of LaCroix and glass bottles of mineral water.
Actually a prime business opportunity for someone; sell aluminum bottles with SFO and the Golden Gate Bridge on it, mark it up even more, and sell it as a souvenir.
I also saw cans of LaCroix and glass bottles of mineral water.
I guarantee that’s correct assumption. For a long while, no to-go cups for coffee either.
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Aug 20, 2019, 11:32 am
#29
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Refilling a bottle in flight isn't particularly easy. (But, yeah, one big reusable >> 4 tossable)
Plus, in the EcoSkies of United, I've gotten rude looks from FAs when I ask them to pour water from their big jug into my reusable bottle rather than yet another blue plastic cup. Must rub them the wrong way like asking for the rest of the can of soda.
Plus, in the EcoSkies of United, I've gotten rude looks from FAs when I ask them to pour water from their big jug into my reusable bottle rather than yet another blue plastic cup. Must rub them the wrong way like asking for the rest of the can of soda.
