3月22日是世界水日，今年的主题是：珍惜水、爱惜水。水资源是有限的，假如每个人天天少用一滴水，一年节省的水量可达几十万吨。其实，只须改变一下你的生活方法，在家就能成为节水小能手。
1. Fix minor1 leaks around your home.
Replace damaged pipes and leaky faucets3 to avoid wasting water. Inspect your water meter and utility bills every month to see how much water youre using. If you notice a random4 spike5, it may be a sign that you have a leaky pipe somewhere in your home. A poorly|sealed pipe or leaky toilet can waste up to 340 L of water a day, so resolving these problems can save a lot of water in the long run.
2. Turn the faucet2 off while you brush or shave.
This is one of the easiest ways to cut back on your water usage. Theres no need to keep the water running while youre in the process of cleaning your teeth or trimming your beard. It may sound hard to believe, but you can save roughly 760 L of water a month just by shutting the water off once you go about your business!
3. Take shorter showers.
Get into the habit of taking showers that last 5 minutes or less whenever you can. Everyone loves a long, hot shower, but your showerhead uses roughly 7.6 L of water a minute. Youll save a lot of water over time if you stick with short rinses7, and youll be just as squeaky clean as you normally would after a long shower.
4. Switch to water|saving fixtures8.
Swap9 out your showerhead and faucets for low|flow alternatives. By upgrading your showerhead and sink fixtures, youll cut back dramatically on your water usage. This is an easy way to conserve10 water without even changing the way you wash, flush, or shower!
5. Run your dishwasher and washing machine only when its full.
Using household appliances more effectively is a great way to save water. Theres nothing wrong with trying to keep your kitchen clean, but youre going through a lot of water if youre in the habit of running your dishwasher every day. By waiting until the dishwasher is full, youre getting the most bang for your buck11 when it comes to the water youre using. And always make sure that you have enough dirty clothing for a full load.
6. Use water|efficient appliances.
The next time you need to replace a dishwasher, washing machine, or water heater, purchase a water|efficient appliance. Not only will this cut back on your water consumption, but youll save money over time when it comes to utility cosplayts.
7. Avoid washing your car or use a bucket.
Put the hose down and let the rain clean your car for you. If you do feel the need to wash your vehicle, fill a few buckets instead of using your garden hose to clean your vehicle off and rinse6 it. If you use a hose to wash your vehicle, youll use roughly 190 L of water. A few buckets will only require 1938 L, though.
