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There are a number of ways to save water, and they all start with you.
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When washing dishes by hand, don’t let the water run.
Fill one basin with wash water and the other with rinse water.
Dishwashers typically use less water than...
Dishwashers typically use less water than washing dishes by hand.
Designate one glass for your drinking water each day, or
Designate one glass for your drinking water each day, or refill a water bottle. This will cut down on the number of glasses to wash.
Soak pots and pans instead of
Soak pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean.
Wash your fruits and vegetables in a
Wash your fruits and vegetables in a pan of water instead of running water from the tap.
Install an instant water heater near your kitchen sink so you don’t have to
Install an instant water heater near your kitchen sink so you don’t have to run the water while it heats up. This also reduces energy costs.
Reuse leftover water from cooked or steamed foods to
Reuse leftover water from cooked or steamed foods to start a nutritious soup, it’s one more way to get eight glasses of water a day.
Cook food in as little water as possible.
This also helps it retain more nutrients.
If you accidentally drop ice cubes, don’t throw them in the sink.
Drop them in a house plant instead.
When doing laundry, match the water
When doing laundry, match the water level to the size of the load.
Washing dark clothes in cold water
saves water and energy, and helps your clothes retain their color.
Shorten your shower by a minute or two and
you’ll save up to 500 litres per month.
Turn off the water while washing your hair
you’ll save up to 500 litres per month.
When washing your hands, turn
When washing your hands, turn the water off while you lather.
At home or while staying in a hotel,
reuse your towels.
