General Water Saving Tips

Author: Water Well
Date Published: 2005-07-29

Using some simple methods, we can reduce how much water we waste on a daily basis.

• Create an awareness of the need for water conservation among your children. Avoid the purchase of recreational water toys which require a constant stream of water.
  
• Be aware of and follow all water conservation and water shortage rules and restrictions which may be in effect in your country.
  
• Encourage your employer to promote water conservation at the workplace. Suggest that water conservation be put in the employee orientation manual and training program.
  
• Patronize businesses which practice and promote water conservation.
  
• Report all significant water losses (broken pipes, open hydrants, errant sprinklers, abandoned free-flowing wells, etc.) to the property owner, local authorities.
  
• Encourage your school system and local government to help develop and promote a water conservation ethic among children and adults.
  
• Support projects that will lead to an increased use of reclaimed waste water for irrigation and other uses.
  
• Support efforts and programs to create a concern for water conservation among tourists and visitors to our state. Make sure your visitors understand the need for, and benefits of, water conservation.
  
• Encourage your friends and neighbors to be part of a water conscious community. Promote water conservation in community newsletters, on bulletin boards and by example.
  
• Conserve water because it is the right thing to do. Don't waste water just because someone else is footing the bill such as when you are staying at a hotel.
  
• Try to do one thing each day that will result in a savings of water. Don't worry if the savings is minimal. Every drop counts. And every person can make a difference. So tell your friends, neighbors and co-workers to "Turn it Off" and "Keep it Off".

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