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Go Green! Drink Tap Water!

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MORGANTOWN -

Did you resolve to 'go green' this year?

One easy step is to use tap water.

The Morgantown Utility Board said tap water is not only cheaper and more accessible than bottled water but it's just as healthy.

It's also better for the environment.

Bottled water has to be shipped, creating a larger carbon footprint than tap water.

"Water delivered to the home, is delivered on an as needed basis and the pipelines are the delivery vessel," said MUB General Manager Tim Ball. "With bottled water, of course there is plastic involved and every liter or small quantity that's purchased has to be disposed of and that has an environmental impact."

MUB also said that if you're looking to go green by conserving water, use water restricted fixtures in your shower and sink.