Conservation Tips
Why is saving water so important? Because nothing can replace it.
Water - you turn it on, you get as much as you want, whenever you want. No big deal, right? Have you ever thought about how the water you use affects other people? Imagine that all of the water your needed came from one small lake and you had to share that water with two of your neighbors. If you used more water than you needed, there would be less water for your neighbors to use. Now imagine that your neighbor is the one using more water than he or she needs. You wouldn't have enough water to drink or shower. Wouldn't that be awful? So, don't take water for granted. Here are some cool water saving tips to share with your friends and family.
Cool Ways to Save Water Indoors
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Turn off the water while brushing your teeth. Wet your toothbrush, then fill a glass with the water you need for rinsing - Just turn it off!
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Don't take long showers. A 10-minute shower can use as much as 100 gallons of water. See if you can do it in 5 minutes - Don't let it run!
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Everybody likes to look cool at school. But don't wash just one shirt or one pair of jeans - Do full loads!
Cool Ways to Save Water Outdoors
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Remind everyone to water plants, not the sidewalk. Plants need water to grow big and strong. Keep water off streets and sidewalks - Use your head!
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Be water smart. Use a bucket of water to wash your dog or your family car, don't leave the hose running - Don't let it drip.