Poland Spring Reduces Water Pumping During Maine's Drought
Due to the severe drought in Maine, with hundreds of wells running dry, the state's water conservation is a top concern.
According to the Maine Department of Environmental Protection, companies with significant groundwater wells must monitor water levels and reduce or halt pumping if levels drop too low.
The DEP currently is not aware of any water bottling operations required to reduce or stop withdrawals during this drought.
Poland Spring says it's already made cutbacks on its own.
- As of September 1, Poland Spring implemented a "significant" reduction in withdrawals at their Clear Spring site in Hollis.
- Cutbacks were also made in Fryeburg and other locations across Maine.
Author's summary: Poland Spring reduces water pumping in Maine.