Water is an essential part of our day to day lives. We drink it, cook with it, bathe with it and more. It is tempting to disregard the amount of water we use because there seems to be such an abundant supply around us. After all, 70% of the Earth is covered in water! But the reality of the matter is that only 2.5% of water on earth is freshwater. Because there is not a limitless supply of this vital liquid, it is important to give some thought as to how much water you use on a daily basis. The numbers might surprise you!
Fast Water Facts:
The average American family uses up to 260 gallons of water in the home each day
A full bathtub is equal to approximately 60 gallons of water
A five minute shower is equal to 20-35 gallons of water (source)
Approximately 400 Billion gallons of water are used in the United States per day
In one year, the average American residence uses over 100,000 gallons (indoor and outdoor)
More than 25% of bottled water comes from a municipal water supply, the same place tap water comes from (source)
Simple Ways to Make A Difference:
- Turn the water off while you brush your teeth
- Take showers instead of baths
- Water your lawn in the morning and evening hours
- Equip your home with a low-flow toilet
- Watch for leaks in your home, those little drips really add up year after year
- Use the water saving setting on your dish washer
- Look for energy star ratings on appliances like dishwashers and washing machines
- Front-Loading Washing Machines save a tremendous amount of water
- Use a rain barrel to collect water for your garden
More ways to save:
Do you have any tips for water conservation? If so, please share in the comments!
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