Did you know that approximately 97 percent of the earth’s water is in the oceans and only 3 percent of earth’s water is freshwater? However, almost all of the earth’s freshwater is trapped in ice caps, making only 1 percent accessible to us. That means only 1 percent of all of the freshwater on earth is available for brushing our teeth, washing our hands, drinking and more! So, how do we make sure we get the most use out of that 1 percent? That’s where I’m here to help!
Aside from turning off the sink when brushing your teeth and limiting your shower time to 5 minutes or fewer, here are a few of my favorite water-saving tips to make sure you’re using your portion of that 1 percent effectively:
- While waiting for your shower water to
warm up, collect cold water and reuse it to water your plants. - Wash fruits and vegetables in a pot of water.
- Designate one glass or bottle to drink water out of each day.
- Use a broom instead of a hose to clean your sidewalk and driveway.
- Give your pet a bath outside on a patch of grass that could use some water.
Be sure to let me know if you try any of these tips out, and
feel free to comment tips of your own! We can all do our part to contribute to
a water-wise world.
That’s all I have for today, friends! I’ll see you all soon
for my next drop of water wisdom.
Your friend,
