Dry Off a Little: 5 Ways you Can Conserve Water

Here in the United States, we take water for granted. That’s kind of crazy, considering only a fraction of the earth’s water is useable. That means conserving water is a great idea. Here are five ways you can help: 

1. Fix your leaks – One drip per second could waste more than 3,000 gallons a year.
2. Plant local plants – Indigenous plants can dramatically reduce irrigation.
3. Use water-efficient appliances – We’re not saying you need to go replace every appliance you have right now. But if that washing machine is on the fritz, maybe its replacement could use less water. Just a suggestion. We don’t want to pressure you, but that could be a factor in future purchases.
4. Eat your food – When you throw food away, you throw water away.  Minimizing food waste conserves agricultural water.
5. Spread the word! – Tell your friends and neighbors why they should conserve water. We know, you don’t want to be “that person.” But, if we’re going to save the planet, someone has to be.