Advice On How To Save Water
posted on 07/28/2009
There is only about 3% of the world's water that is fresh. Although you can go about three months without food, you can only go about three days without water. There are many ways by which we can save and stop wasting water consumption.
Use less water
Do not wash cars more than a couple of times a year. A power shower will use the same amount of water as a bath in less than five minutes - so don't stay in them. Don't leave the tap running when you brush your teeth, use a glass or mug instead. Start your washing machine or dishwasher when you have a full load. A full load uses less water than two half loads. Cook your veggies in the microwave oven, rather than boiling them into submission in water in an open pot. Put a plug in the sink or use a separate bowl when washing your hands. A running taps uses between 2-4 gallons of water a minute. Spread the water in the bowl over the back lawn. Place a couple of bottles filled with water into single-flush cisterns to reduce the volume of water available for flushing. Don't use bricks as they can break up.
Water conservation in the garden
Mulching and composting retains water in your garden. Only water your lawn once a week in the hottest weather. Over-watering can weaken your lawn by encouraging roots to seek the surface. Early morning or evening is the best time, to avoid evaporation. Use a broom instead of a hose to clean your drive and paved areas - a better method anyway. Use a water butt, or barrel, to collect rainwater for use in the garden. Make an Xeriscape by using plants that require less water. Convert your existing spray irrigation system to a drip system using DIY drip-lines fitted to old outlets.
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