Nestlé’s – Cut back on water take during droughts is not in the public interest.

A battle over pumping bottled water during droughts is heading to a full environmental hearing in Ontario.

The provincial Environmental Review Tribunal agrees with environmental groups that a deal between the Ontario government and food giant Nestlé needs more public scrutiny.

In its written decision, the tribunal says removing conditions that would compel Nestle to cut back on its water take during droughts is not in the public interest.

"The Tribunal finds the proposed settlement and withdrawal are not consistent with the purpose and provisions of the OWRA (Ontario Water Resources Act) or with the public interest."

Mike Nagy with the environmental group Wellington Water Watchers is relieved.

"It speaks to the fact our concerns have been heard," he said. "We're quite pleased there will be a public dialogue on the issues."

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