Category Archives: water conservation

What are the Most Efficient Toilets?

Posted on July 20, 2011 by admin

Last year, I began a project to replace the four toilets in my home that were original “builder’s grade” from 1991.  They consumed at least 4-5 gallons of water with each flush and were prone to leaking water in the … Continue reading →

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Water Saving Tips for the Bath

Posted on October 24, 2010 by admin

In my local newspaper last week, there was an article on water utility rates.  In Georgia, specifically the Atlanta suburbs, we have enjoyed low water utility rates for a very long time.  I live in a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath … Continue reading →

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Resource Saving Tips: Saving Water While Shopping

Posted on November 16, 2008 by admin

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 … Continue reading →

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Resource Saving Tips: Saving Water Outside your Home

Posted on November 16, 2008 by admin

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:

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Resource Saving Tips: Saving Water in the Kitchen

Posted on November 16, 2008 by admin

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 … Continue reading →

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Resource Saving Tips: Saving Water in the Bathroom

Posted on November 16, 2008 by admin

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 … Continue reading →

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