Save Water

There are many of us who might not realise or understand the impact that our water usage can have towards household carbon emissions. In fact, each household in the UK uses on average around 345 litres of water each day – that’s 145 litres per head, every day. Large amounts of energy are required in order to treat and supply water to all of our homes. Therefore, by saving as much water at possible within your home and business, you will be able to reduce your carbon emissions.

The importance of saving water:

Saving water is essential in improving the efficiency of your home and helping to fight against climate change. Read more.

Saving water at home:

By saving water at home, you will be able to lower your energy bills, minimise your carbon emissions and also reduce your impact on the local environment. Read more.  

More ways to save:

13 Tips to save water. Read more.

Advice on saving water (homes, businesses, schools, etc). Read more.

Water saving tips. Read more. 

Ways to make your business more sustainable:

[  ]  Try to avoid excessive flushing when cleaning toilets.

[  ]  Ensure toilets have a dual-flush system.

[  ]  Carry out a flow rate assessment of taps and showers.

[  ]  To reduce water wastage, fit tap aerators or flow controllers to existing taps, hoses and high-flow showers.

[  ]  When replacing taps, think about automatic stop mechanisms e.g. push button or sensors.

[  ]  Signpost to the growing number of free water refill points, and add your own if you are able to offer this.

[  ]  Only run dishwashers when they are full to save water and electricity. A full dishwasher can be four times more water efficient than washing dishes by hand.

[  ]  Reduce washing, e.g. replace towels less frequently

[  ]  Read your water meter regularly to establish normal patterns of use so that problems such as leaks, drips and constant flushing can be quickly identified.

[  ]  Collect rainwater in a water butt for the garden 

[  ]  Water your garden plants at a cooler time of day so they retain more moisture.

[  ]  Don’t cut grass too short – longer grass retains more moisture so doesn’t need watering during the hotter summer months. Even if it goes brown, grass quickly bounces back.