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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Keep a pitcher of drinking water in the refrigerator instead of running the tap. This way, every drop…
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See a leak you can’t fix? Tell a parent, teacher, employer, or property manager, or call a handyman.
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When washing your hands, turn the water off while you lather.
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Drop tissues in the trash instead of flushing them and save water every time.
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When cleaning out fish tanks, give the nutrient-rich water to your non-edible plants.
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When doing laundry, match the water level to the size of the load.
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Designate one glass for your drinking water each day, or refill a water bottle. This will cut down…
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Monitor your water bill for unusually high use. Your bill and water meter are tools that can help…
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Teach children to turn off faucets tightly after each use.
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Keep water in the pool when playing, it will save water.
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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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Avoid recreational water toys that require a constant flow of water.
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Run your washer and dishwasher only when they are full. You can save up to 1,000 gallons a…
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Use a broom instead of a hose to clean patios, sidewalks and driveways, and save water every time.
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At home or while staying in a hotel, reuse your towels.
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Washing dark clothes in cold water saves water and energy, and helps your clothes retain their color.