Nestle plans to take 1.1 million gallons of water from Florida spring

Nestle seeks to extract 1.1 million gallons of water daily from Ginny Springs in Florida for bottling. Opponents argue the river system is recovering and cannot handle the extraction, which could harm the ecosystem and local water supply. Nestle has invested in a nearby plant, expecting permit approval from the Suwanee River Water Management District. However, environmentalists distrust Nestle's intentions and fear the plan could threaten native and non-native turtle species reliant on the spring's water flow.

What is the main concern of the opponents regarding the water extraction from Ginny Springs?

• The quality of the bottled water

• The cost of the water extraction

• The impact on the river system's recovery

• The distance of the water bottling plant

What has Nestle done in anticipation of receiving the water extraction permit?

• Started a marketing campaign

• Partnered with local farmers

• Built a new water park

• Invested in a nearby water bottling plant

What is required for Nestle to proceed with the water extraction plan?

• Renewal of an expired water use permit

• A new marketing strategy

• Approval from local residents

• Construction of a new pipeline

Why do local environmentalists distrust Nestle's intentions?

• Due to the company's high water prices

• Because of the company's robust management plan

• Due to past legal issues

• Because they believe the company might harm the ecosystem

What wildlife is potentially threatened by the water extraction plan?

• Local deer population

• Endangered fish species

• Native and non-native turtle species

• Local bird species