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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-21

Friday, August 21st, 2009
  • WUIW daily tip- When you have ice left in your cup, dump it on a plant. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Don’t forget to check outdoor faucets, sprinklers and hoses for leaks. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When doing laundry, match the water level to the size of the load. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When you save water, you save money on your utility bills too. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Support projects that use reclaimed wastewater for irrigation and industrial uses. #
  • WUIW daily tip- If your dishwasher is new, cut back on rinsing. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Know where your master water shut-off valve is located. #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-14

Friday, August 14th, 2009
  • WUIW daily tip- Collect the water you use for rinsing fruits and vegetables, then reuse it to water houseplants. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Use the garbage disposal sparingly. Compost vegetable food waste instead. #
  • WUIW daily tip- If your toilet flapper doesn’t close after flushing, replace it. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Use a rain gauge, or empty tuna can, to track rainfall on your lawn. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Keep a bucket in the shower to catch water as it warms up or runs. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Monitor your water bill for unusually high use. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When you are washing your hands, don’t let the water run while you lather. #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-07

Friday, August 7th, 2009
  • WUIW daily tip- When washing dishes by hand, don’t let the water run while rinsing. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Run your clothes washer and dishwasher only when they are full. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Use a hose nozzle or turn off the water while you wash your car #
  • WUIW daily tip- When shopping for a new clothes washer, compare resource savings among Energy Star model #
  • WUIW daily tip- Share water conservation tips with friends and neighbors. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Use a minimum amount of organic or slow release fertilizer. #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-07-31

Friday, July 31st, 2009
  • WUIW daily tip- When washing dishes by hand, fill the sink basin or a large container and rinse when all of the dishes have been cleaned. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When cleaning out fish tanks, give the nutrient-rich water to your plants. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Use sprinklers for large areas of grass. Water small patches by hand to avoid waste. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Walkways and patios provide space that doesn’t ever need to be watered. #
  • Least handy man in world proves anyone can install water-saving shower head. Check it out – http://wateruseitwisely.com/blog/?p=972 #
  • RT: @FatBottomBags: Got my T shirt and wearing it with pride. Great conversation starter for educating the value of H20 conservation #
  • WUIW daily tip- Install a rain sensor on your irrigation controller so your system won’t run when it’s raining. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Encourage your school system and local government to develop and promote water conservation among children and adults. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Make sure there are water-saving aerators on all of your faucets. #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-07-24

Friday, July 24th, 2009
  • WUIW daily tip- Collect water from your roof to water your garden. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When doing laundry, match the water level to the size of the load. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Use a water-efficient showerhead. They’re inexpensive, easy to install, and can save you up to 750 gallons a month. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Use a commercial car wash that recycles water. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Set a kitchen timer when watering your lawn or garden to remind you when to stop #
  • WUIW daily tip- Wash your car on the lawn, and you’ll water your lawn at the same time. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Let your lawn go dormant during the summer. Dormant grass only needs to be watered every three weeks or less if it rains. #
  • Least handy man in world documents how even he can install a water-saving shower head – http://wateruseitwisely.com/blog/?p=972 #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-07-17

Friday, July 17th, 2009
  • WUIW daily tip- Apply water only as fast as the soil can absorb it. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Collect the water you use for rinsing fruits and vegetables, then reuse it to water houseplants. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When buying new appliances, consider those that offer cycle and load size adjustments b/c of water and energy efficiency. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Listen for dripping faucets and running toilets. Fixing a leak can save 300 gallons a month or more. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Water only when necessary. More plants die from over-watering than from under-watering. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Use the garbage disposal sparingly. Compost vegetable food waste instead and save gallons every time. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Wash your fruits and vegetables in a pan of water instead of running water from the tap. #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-07-10

Friday, July 10th, 2009
  • WUIW daily tip- Drop your tissue in the trash instead of flushing it and save water every time. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Wash your pets outdoors in an area of your lawn that needs water. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Don’t water your lawn on windy days when most of the water blows away or evaporates. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Designate 1 glass for your drinking water each day or refill a water bottle. This will cut down on the # of glasses to wash. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Use a hose nozzle or turn off the water while you wash your car. You’ll save up to 100 gallons every time. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Washing dark clothes in cold water saves both on water and energy while it helps your clothes to keep their colors. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Turn off the water while you wash your hair to save up to 150 gallons a month. #
  • Check out WUIW founder Park Howell featured on GoGreenLife.com’s sustainability marketing page – http://tinyurl.com/m5wwj3 #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-07-03

Friday, July 3rd, 2009
  • WUIW daily tip- Monitor your water bill for unusually high use. Your bill and water meter are tools that can help you discover leaks. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Soak pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Turn off the water while brushing your teeth and save 25 gallons a month. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Don’t use running water to thaw food. Defrost food in the refrigerator for water efficiency and food safety. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When running a bath, plug the tub before turning the water on, then adjust the temperature as the tub fills up. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When running a bath, plug the tub before turning the water on, then adjust the temperature as the tub fills up. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When running a bath, plug the tub before turning the water on, then adjust the temperature as the tub fills up. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When running a bath, plug the tub before turning the water on, then adjust the temperature as the tub fills up. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When running a bath, plug the tub before turning the water on, then adjust the temperature as the tub fills up. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Shorten your shower by a minute or two and you’ll save up to 150 gallons per month. #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-06-26

Friday, June 26th, 2009
  • WUIW daily tip- If you accidentally drop ice cubes when filling your glass from the freezer, don’t throw them in the sink. Drop them in … #
  • WUIW daily tip- Run your clothes washer and dishwasher only when they are full. You can save up to 1,000 gallons a month. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When you give your pet fresh water, don’t throw the old water down the drain. Use it to water your trees or shrubs. #
  • RT @MatthewDibbleI used my @WUIW t-shirt “Stay Calm and Conserve Water” for a presentation yesterday. It was a huge hit! Thanks much! #
  • WUIW daily tip- For cold drinks keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator instead of running the tap. This way, every drop goes down y … #
  • WUIW daily tip- Install an instant water heater near your kitchen sink so you don’t have to run the water while it heats up. This also r … #
  • WUIW daily tip- Turn off the water while you shave and save up to 300 gallons a month. #
  • See how a fourth grader calls for all of us to conserve – http://wateruseitwisely.com/blog/ #
  • WUIW daily tip- Water your lawn and garden in the morning or evening when temperatures are cooler to minimize evaporation. #
  • WUIW daily tip- While staying in a hotel or even at home, consider reusing your towels. #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-06-19

Friday, June 19th, 2009
  • WUIW daily tip- To save water and time, consider washing your face or brushing your teeth while in the shower. #
  • WUIW daily tip-When washing dishes by hand, don’t run water while rinsing. Fill 1 sink with wash water and the other with rinse water. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When you have ice left in your cup from a take-out restaurant, don’t throw it in the trash, dump it on a plant. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Consider upgrading with air-cooled appliances for significant water savings. #
  • WUIW daily tip- When backflushing your pool, consider using the water on your landscaping. #
  • WUIW daily tip- Adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered and not the house, sidewalk, or street. #

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