The given pie chart illustrates the proportion of bottled water consumption across different global regions in 1999, while the bar chart demonstrates the increasing trend in consumption by 2001.
Overall, it is clear that Western Europe initially had the highest data of bottled water consumption, undergoing a slight increase in the next two years. Notably, Asia and the U.S.A. showed significant growth despite starting from the smallest percentage.
In 1999, Western Europe accounted for approximately half of global bottled water consumption, making it the dominant consumer. This was followed by Australia, New Zealand, and Latin America, with respective figures being 15%, 13%, and 10%, each of which consumed a moderate share. In contrast, the Middle East and Africa contributed only 5% of each, and the figures for Asia and the USA were the lowest, at just 2%.
However, by 2001, the pattern of bottled water consumption had changed considerably. Asia experienced the highest increase in bottled water consumption, rising by 14%, followed by Latin America and New Zealand, both of which saw 12% growth. Meanwhile, the Middle East and Africa each recorded a 10% rise. The USA and Australia experienced more modest increases, both at around 8%. Interestingly, Western Europe had the smallest percentage growth, despite its dominant position in overall consumption.