Wondering How to Save More Water? We Have the Right Tips
We live in times where water conservation is critical and something we should practice daily. We constantly consume water to carry out simple tasks like maintaining our hygiene or hydrating ourselves.
We depend on water for so many things we often take for granted. To learn how to save water, read on to learn some easy tips.
The Benefits of Saving Water
There are so many environmental benefits to saving water. Namely, it will allow us to maintain a healthy reserve of water for generations to come, as our resources are finite.
Surface water runoff, groundwater, and snow supply the world's present water supply as it has for thousands of years.
When you save water, you are helping the planet by preventing devastating droughts and preserving other vital ecosystems. Furthermore, by getting into the habit of conserving water, you can reduce your water bill at the end of the month. Saving the planet never sounded better!
Water-Saving Practices
Replace Your Old Appliances
Many older appliances use substantially more water than newer ones that save water and electricity. While upgrading an appliance might be costly, investing in water-efficient equipment can save you money on your water bill. Even minor changes, such as low-flow showerheads, can still help save a lot of water.
Take Shorter Showers
Did you know that your shower can use up to ten gallons of water every minute? Shorten the time you spend in the shower each day to no more than five minutes or switch off the water between rinses to save water while bathing.
Use Your Dishwasher
Hand washing your dishes is not as environmentally friendly as some would think. To be an efficient water saver, use your dishwasher and ensure it is fully loaded. To save even more on water, skip rinsing the dishes and go straight to the washing setting on your machine.
There are alternatives to saving water even if you do not own a dishwasher. Rather than letting the water run while you hand wash the dishes, fill the sink with enough water, use environmentally friendly dish soap, and — more importantly — switch the faucet off. Only turn it back on for rinsing.
Other methods that should be practiced to save water include:
- Not letting the faucet run when you brush your teeth
- Reducing toilet flushing
- Watering your lawn once a week, either in the morning or evening, to avoid quick evaporation.
- Repairing any leaky faucets in your home
- Replacing wasteful water systems with modern, water-saving fixtures.
Promoting Water-Saving Fixtures
Update your home with energy-efficient, water-saving fixtures. Notably, Navien provides:
- The most modern, condensing, tankless water heaters.
- Condensing boilers.
- The industry's first combi-boilers capable of providing whole-house heating and hot water for larger households.
Navien's high-efficiency, environmentally friendly condensing technology can lower energy usage by 20% and help cut back on greenhouse gas emissions.
Fortis Rebates
Fortis offers rebates to anyone willing to do better for the environment. In British Columbia and beyond, they provide renewable and sustainable energy options for homes, businesses, and transportation. Fortis can help you save energy and reduce your monthly water bill regardless of your budget, whether you wish to adopt basic energy-saving practices or undertake a significant energy-efficiency renovation.
In participation with Fortis, we can offer rebates for your transition to more eco-friendly water fixtures and other services.
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