Water Conservation is a real problem, but fortunately, there are a
host of agencies and companies creating solutions. We can do our part as
well by being thoughtful consumers and investing in low-flow water
efficient fixtures and appliances as well as making changes in how we
use this vital resource.
Low-Flow is the Way to Go!
Low-flow shower heads and faucet aerators
are one of the least expensive and easy to install fixtures to use
around the house to reduce water consumption. Installing a
water-efficient shower head with the Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense label can save a family up to 2,900 gallons of water and $70 per year.
Low-flow toilets have come a long way since 1994 when the law changed restricting water used per flush to only 1.6 gallons. Many designs are on the market that assist with efficient waste disposal such as using pressurized air to force water flow, changes in design, and dual flush systems which flush less water for liquid waste compared to solid waste. Installing a water-efficient toilet can save about $100 a year, and look for the WaterSense label while shopping for toilets which save about 18,000 gallons of water compared to older toilets.
High-efficiency washing machines use 20 to 60% less water and 20 to 50% less energy than older top loading washing machines according to the American Cleaning Institute. They also require less detergent to clean clothes. There’s no reason not to clean up these savings with a high-efficiency washing machine!
Energy and water-efficient dishwashers may use as
little as 1.5 gallons of water per cycle but still offer outstanding
cleaning performance with technologies such as soil sensors and several
load settings. It’s important to compare several models for specific energy and water savings. Searching for EnergyStar products can help you find energy-saving models as well.
Low-Flow is the Way to Go!
Low-flow shower heads and faucet aerators
are one of the least expensive and easy to install fixtures to use
around the house to reduce water consumption. Installing a
water-efficient shower head with the Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense label can save a family up to 2,900 gallons of water and $70 per year.
Low-flow toilets have come a long way since 1994 when the law changed restricting water used per flush to only 1.6 gallons. Many designs are on the market that assist with efficient waste disposal such as using pressurized air to force water flow, changes in design, and dual flush systems which flush less water for liquid waste compared to solid waste. Installing a water-efficient toilet can save about $100 a year, and look for the WaterSense label while shopping for toilets which save about 18,000 gallons of water compared to older toilets.
High-efficiency washing machines use 20 to 60% less water and 20 to 50% less energy than older top loading washing machines according to the American Cleaning Institute. They also require less detergent to clean clothes. There’s no reason not to clean up these savings with a high-efficiency washing machine!
Energy and water-efficient dishwashers may use as
little as 1.5 gallons of water per cycle but still offer outstanding
cleaning performance with technologies such as soil sensors and several
load settings. It’s important to compare several models for specific energy and water savings. Searching for EnergyStar products can help you find energy-saving models as well.
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