In The Kitchen
- Rinse dishes, vegetables, and fruits in a filled basin, rather than under running water. Water your plants with leftover rinse-water. (Plants also love fish tank water!)
- Wash only full loads in the dishwasher. Use the light wash setting when possible.
- Install a faucet aerator on the kitchen faucet. Available at the hardware store.
- Keep a jug of chilled water in the refrigerator for drinking. It tastes better this way, too!
For additional tips on how to conserve water or water quality visit the
Water Environment Federation or
American Water Works Association.