Bad habits cost the earth
We all have bad habits when it comes to using water, but by making small changes you can make a big difference and reduce the amount of water you use and the energy used to supply and treat wastewater which is returned to the environment. Water efficiency is about reducing waste and thinking about the water and energy you use. This will encourage you and your family to form good habits.
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Make small changes to your daily routine and turn your bad habits into water efficient, environmentally friendly and cost saving habits:
| Change your habits | Saving per property per day |
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| Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth | Save 30.7 litres |
| Shower rather than bathe | Save 25 litres |
| Use a bowl when hand washing dishes | Save 17.5 litres |
| Take shorter showers | Save 17 litres |
| Use a basin when personal washing | Save 11.8 litres |
| Repair dripping taps | Save 8.9 litres |
| Use full loads in washing machines | Save 8.3 litres |
| Use a bowl when washing food | Save 6.5 litres |
| Use resourcefully in the garden | Save 2 litres |
| Use full loads in dishwashers | Save 3.8 litres |
By changing your bad habits you can save money and reduce your carbon footprint. Everybody can save money by saving water, not only those that pay for their water by meter. Every time you turn on a hot tap, you use gas, electricity or oil to heat the water. By reducing the amount of hot water you use wastefully, you will use less fuel and this will save you money on your utility bills.