Then there’s the 12 percent of water lost to leaks that you might not even know about. And toilets (24 percent), showers (20 percent), faucets (19 percent) and washing machines (17 percent) also use substantial amounts. Outdoor watering accounts for almost 30 percent of your water use, according to WaterSense. ![]() ![]() That’s as good for your budget as it is for Earth. But do both and you can cut your usage in half or more. Updating appliances requires an up-front expense, and creating new habits a long-term commitment. There are lots of water-saving ideas floating around, but two of the best ways are to replace water-wasting appliances and fixtures and to modify your lifestyle and habits. That’s according to WaterSense, the water conservation partner of the Environmental Protection Agency. In fact, water managers in 40 states say that even under normal weather conditions, they expect water shortages in some part of their state over the next decade. Farrell):Ĭalifornia’s seven-year dry spell may be over, but there will be another drought somewhere in the country this year-and every year.
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