1.
Only run the washing machine and dishwasher when you have a full load
never a half load
21 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
2.
Turn off the tap
when shaving and shampooing
21 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
3.
Fill the sink with water when washing dishes
do not let water run
20 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
4.
Plug the tub before running water
adjust the temperature after the bath water is running
17 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
5.
Check for leaks both indoors and outdoors (such as in hoses)
16 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
6.
Wash fruits and vegetables in a bowl of water
instead of running them under the tap
15 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
7.
Do not thaw frozen food by using running water
14 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
8.
Fix leaky faucets
14 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
9.
Reuse water from fish tanks, washing vegetables, etc.
12 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
10.
Install a showerhead that is water-efficient
11 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
11.
Turn off the water while you brush your teeth
10 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
12.
Use an instant water heater on taps so that it is warm immediately
9 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
13.
Adjust the settings on your sprinklers according to the rain fall
8 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
14.
Make sure that the sprinklers are not spraying on sidewalks or driveways
7 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
15.
If you drop ice cubes, set them in a houseplant’s pot
6 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
16.
Reuse towels
5 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
17.
Shut off water while soaping up your hands
4 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
18.
Ask a plumber to re-route grey water to your garden, plants, or shrubs
3 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
19.
Shorten your shower by just a minute to save gallons of water
2 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
20.
Purchase a water efficient toilet
1 point - added 14 years ago by kris -
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