Water Saving Advice
Global water demand has increased rapidly over the last 50 years and only continues to grow. Water is a precious natural resource and much of the UK is moderately or seriously water stressed so it is important to conserve it wherever possible, especially as we experience hotter and drier summers. If we all do our part in conserving water then we can make a big difference to our impact on the environment, and by using less, our rivers and other wetland habitats will be able to better support the wildlife that relies on them.
When we save water in our homes, we can also save energy, reducing our bills and carbon footprint. Free kits are available to help you save water in your bathroom or garden, if you are in a water stressed area. To request one please follow the link below:-
Top 5 Tips
• Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth and shaving.
• Install a low flow shower head and reduce shower time by 1 minute.
• Use a water butt to collect rainwater that you can water the garden with.
• Fix household leaks.
• Maximise dishwasher and washing machine loads before putting them on.
Water butts can reduce the risk of local flooding and can save you money on your water bill by making the most of the water you already have. The Wildlife Trust provide instructions for installing water butt as below:-
https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/actions/how-install-water-butt
Anglian water also provide advice on how to keep your garden watered in a nature friendly way, please follow the link below for more information:-
For more water saving advice including additional tips please see the links below:-
https://www.ofwat.gov.uk/households/conservingwater/watersavingtips/
https://www.anglianwater.co.uk/help-and-advice/save-water/water-saving-tips/
https://www.waterwise.org.uk/save-water/
https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/actions/how-conserve-water
