Busan water authority takes tap water campaign to city park

Busan's waterworks authority announced Monday it will run a mobile tap water campaign to promote the safety and quality of the city's tap water brand, Sunsu365.

The "Sunsu365 Mobile Drinking Water Vehicle" campaign brings tasting sessions and hands-on activities to popular spots around the city — downtown areas, parks and university districts. A previous edition was held at Busan Children's Grand Park in March.

The next event runs Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at South Gate 1 of Busan Citizens Park, featuring Sunsu365 tasting, a mini roulette game, policy promotions and various other activities. At the experience corner, visitors can sample bottled Sunsu365 tap water, try beverages brewed with Sunsu365, and take part in a blind taste test comparing the tap water against commercially sold bottled water.

The campaign will also use reusable cups to cut down on single-use plastics. Families and children visiting the park will be invited to join programs designed to highlight the importance of water conservation and environmental protection in everyday life.

The campaign runs three times a year, once per quarter. The next edition is planned for September, with a focus on downtown areas and university districts.

"This campaign will be a great opportunity for citizens to see and experience the excellent water quality of Sunsu365 firsthand," said Kim Byung-kee, head of the city's waterworks authority. "We will strengthen on-site communication to ensure a clean and safe tap water supply that citizens can drink with confidence."