Each day, the U.S. uses 5.8 billion gallons of fresh water to flush waste. If you're in the market for a new porcelain throne, check out options with either ...
Reduce Water
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Although it's often the smallest room in the house, the bathroom is where 75% of indoor household water consumption occurs. Seem impossible? Consider this: The average 6-minute ...
Water Shortage
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If you live in an area where water shortages are not an issue, consider yourself lucky. Nearly 450 million people in 29 countries face severe water shortages. Predictions ...
Save $$$
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When washing dishes by hand, don't let the water run while rinsing. Fill one sink with wash water and the other with rinse water. Some refrigerators, air conditioners and ice-makers are ...
Laundry Room
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Wash only full loads of clothing. Hand wash single garments. Consider buying a high efficiency washing machine that will save water and energy. Some water districts and homeowners associations give rebates for ...
Kitchen
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Rinse dishes, vegetables and fruits in a filled basin, rather than under running water. Water your plants with left-over rinse water. (Plants also love fish tank water!) Wash only full loads in ...
Bathroom
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Install a water-saving shower head. Older heads use 5-10 gallons per minute (gpm). All new fixtures use approximately 2.5 gpm and offer equal water coverage and force. Many high water consumption ...
Tips
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Action 1) Turn faucet off when brushing teeth, shaving | Water Savings: 5 - 10 gal/person/day | Cost: $0.00 2) Install a faucet aerator on your bathroom sink | Water Savings: 5 - 10 ...
