Water Conservation Initiative
Tips for Water Conservation
Install Low-Flow Showerheads and Faucet Aerators: Replacing your old shower head with an energy-efficient one can cut your water and energy use by half. A typical sink running for two minutes wastes at least six gallons of water, but using an aerator can reduce this to 0.5 gallons.
Take Shorter Showers: Your shower is the biggest user of hot water in the entire house and you may be surprised at how much energy and cost savings await you by making a simple change.
Lower Your Water Heater to 120°F and Insulate Your Water Pipes: Your water heater is the second greediest appliance in your home in terms of energy use, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Turning down the temp while insulating the water pipes gives you hot water sooner while keeping water and energy from going down the drain.
Wash Full Loads in Cold Water: Washing full loads of clothes in cold water saves water and energy.