100+ Ways To Conserve Water
When it comes to conserving water, small adjustments can have a big impact. Conserve water with ideas from our 100+ water-saving tips that you can download, print or share on social media.
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Have a plumber re-route your greywater to trees and plants rather than the sewer line. Check with your…
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Play fun games while learning how to save water!
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When washing your hands, turn the water off while you lather.
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When shopping for a new washing machine, compare resource savings among Energy Star models. Some can save up…
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Time your shower to keep it under 5 minutes. You’ll save up to 1,000 gallons per month.
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If your shower fills a one-gallon bucket in less than 20 seconds, replace the showerhead with a WaterSense®…
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Be a leak detective! Check all hoses, connectors, and faucets regularly for leaks.
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Reuse leftover water from cooked or steamed foods to start a nutritious soup, it’s one more way to…
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Learn how to use your water meter to check for leaks.
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When washing dishes by hand, don’t let the water run. Fill one basin with wash water and the…
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Soak pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean.
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Drop tissues in the trash instead of flushing them and save water every time.
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Toilet leaks can be silent! Be sure to test your toilet for leaks at least once a year.
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Don’t use running water to thaw food. For water efficiency and food safety, defrost food in the refrigerator.
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Avoid recreational water toys that require a constant flow of water.
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See a leak you can’t fix? Tell a parent, teacher, employer, or property manager, or call a handyman.
