10 Easy Ways to Be Water Friendly

Want to save water and help the planet? It's easy! Just follow these ten easy steps to get started.

• Drink tap water and reuse your water bottle or glass.
• When you are washing your hands, don’t let the water run while you lather.
• Turn off the water while brushing your teeth and save 25 gallons a month.
• Shorten your shower by a minute or two and you’ll save up to 150 gallons per month. Even better, take a bucket shower. They’re fun!
• Put low-flow shower heads on your showers at home. Do the same with your faucets.
• Be conscious of how often you flush your toilet.
• Run your clothes washer and dishwasher only when they are full. You can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.
• Adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered and not the house, sidewalk, or street.
• Share these water conservation tips with your friends and family.
• Donate to an international organization, like PlayPumps International, that is providing people in need with access to clean drinking water.