Water is an essential ingredient in most manufacturing operations. Especially for those 1 billion of us in the high-consumption class, cutting down on our purchases of material things–from clothes and shoes to paper and appliances–conserves and protects water supplies as effectively as installing a low-flush toilet does. As with so many natural resources, as long [...]
Outside usage of water is seasonally one of the largest sources of water usage. Therefore, there a many opportunities for homeowners to change their habits and save water. Here are just a few: Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants. Chunks of bark, peat moss or gravel slows down evaporation. Saves 750 to [...]
Here are a few tips on how to save water in the kitchen: If you wash dishes by hand–and that’s the best way–don’t leave the water running for rinsing. If you have two sinks, fill one with rinse water. If you only have one sink, use a spray device or short blasts instead of letting [...]
After reviewing our Top Ten Ways to Save Water, here are some tips on saving more water specifically in the bathroom of your home: Put a plastic bottle or a plastic bag weighted with pebbles and filled with water in your toilet tank. Displacing water in this manner allows you to use less water with [...]
Trying to find the first step to saving water in your home is usually the hardest. However, with minor changes to your habits, you will be amazed at the amount of water you can save. Here are the top ten water savers in the home: Water your lawn only when it needs it. Step on [...]
