Importance of Water Conservation

One of the great values I learned in our CWTS class is the Importance of Water Conservation
And then I was able to watch "Rango" movie, I was more enlightened about water conservation. Now I would like to share Green living tips from the Nestlé Club

There are a lot of ways to save water, and they all start with us!

• Conserve water in the kitchen


• If you wash dishes by hand, fill one half of the sink with soapy water and the other with clean water instead of letting the water run.


• Wash your fruits and vegetables in a pan of water instead of running water from the tap.


• Water your houseplants with water saved from washing your fruits and vegetables or even when you clean your fish tank!


• Thaw foods in the refrigerator or in a bowl of hot water instead of using running water.


• 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.


• Let your pots and pans soak instead of letting the water run while you clean them.


• Conserve water in the bathroom


• Drop your tissue in the trash instead of flushing it.


• One way to cut down on water use is to turn off the shower after soaping up, then, turn it back on to rinse. A four-minute shower uses approximately 20 to 40 gallons of water.


• Turn the faucet off while you shave, brush your teeth and lather up your hands.


• Conserve water indoors


• Wash only full loads in your washing machine, or adjust the water level to reflect the size of the load.


• Pay attention to your water bill and become familiar with your water meter—use them to track your water use and detect leaks.


• Fix leaky plumbing fixtures, faucets and appliances in the house.


• Show children how to turn off the faucets completely after each use.


• Washing dark clothes in cold water saves water and energy while helping your clothes to keep their colors.


• Conserve water outdoors


• For hanging baskets, planters and pots, place ice cubes under the moss or dirt to give your plants a cool drink of water and help eliminate water overflow.


• Wash your pets outdoors in an area of your lawn that needs water.


• Report broken pipes, open hydrants and errant sprinklers to the property owner or your water provider.


• Water your lawn only when needed.


• Don’t over-water your plants. Learn how much water they need and how best to apply just the right amount

REFERENCES:

www.wateruseitwisely.com
www.eartheasy.com
www.conservewater.utah.gov/Tips/Tipslist.asp