Water is considered as one of the most valuable items on the planet and in India, with the problem of water scarcity becoming a matter of concern, every drop can count. In our daily tasks, gardening, and cooking, we consume water in various ways without the realization of the amount of water we waste. Each household can greatly lower its usage of water by making little bit, intelligent adjustments to our daily habits. These are simple and yet, potential ways of conserving water, however, reducing utility bills as well as securing the future of future generations.
1. Fix Leaks Immediately
A dripping tap or a leakage pipe might appear to be harmless, but is able to waste gallons of water per day. Check taps, toilets and pipelines regularly and fix them in time. It will help to avoid unnecessary wastage by using a plumber or simple sealant.
2. Use Buckets Instead of Showers
Shower is more water consuming than a traditional bucket bath. A replacement of a bucket to the bucket may save 100 liter per bath. Family members should be encouraged to be sensitive to this to save water effectively.
3. Turn Off Taps While Brushing or Washing Dishes
One of the biggest sources of waste of water is the running of taps when brushing teeth or washing utensils. When not using, close the tap and use a mug to rinse, which would cut the consumption by half.
4. Reuse RO and Washing Machine Water
Waste water (RO) or washing machine water instead of going down the drain, should be collected and used to mop floors, wash bathrooms, or water plants. The reuse alone is simple and contributes to reducing the number of wastages per day.
5. Opt for Efficient Fixtures
Fit low flow taps, dual flush toilets and showerheads that consume little water. These fixtures do not interfere with the functionality and allow saving thousands of liters annually.
6. Practice Smart Gardening
Water your plants in the morning or at night so that you minimize on evaporation. Get drip irrigation systems and use them to collect rainwater in tanks so that you can use them in your garden.
7. Collect and Use Rainwater
A long term solution to water shortage is the establishment of a rain water harvesting system. It also helps to replenish the ground water and gives a free and natural source of water to be used at home.
