Most people have heard of their carbon footprint but have you heard of your water footprint?
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Water Conservation Tips
- Take a short shower instead of a bath. A five- to 10-minute shower uses less water than a full bathtub.
- Install a hot water circulator in the bathroom under the sink and it can save an average family of four more than 12,000 gallons of water a year by eliminating the need to wait for the water to get hot.
- Shower during the warmer part of the day and use cooler water. Showering during the heat of the day is a great way to reduce your hot water consumption.
- Install a more efficient shower fixture: Efficient fixtures maintain high pressure while lowering the amount of water used.
- Turn off the water while brushing your teeth.
- Use a drip irrigation system instead of a hose or sprinkler to water your garden.
- Direct the water drain line from your air conditioner to a flower bed, tree base or onto your lawn.
- Set up a rain barrel under a rain gutter outside your house. You can catch hundreds of gallons to use for watering the lawn, washing the car, etc.
For more information on water conservation and energy-saving products and tips, go to www.epa.gov/watersense.
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