What's the most precious thing we have right now? It's water, the nature's gift to humanity which we care very little of.
We all know that only very few proportions of drinkable water are left currently and it’s high-time we do something about it. With climate change, population growth, rising pollution, water scarcity is becoming a global concern. Thus, every year, International Water Day is observed on March 22 to remind us about the urgent need to conserve and protect water resources. Today, we're going to discuss about the most basic thing - the need for responsible water usage. It’s important to revisit the basics and be mindful. Join us as we explore simple yet sustainable steps to make a difference in conserving this precious resource.
Over 600 million people in India experience high to extreme water stress globally. If we don’t act now, our future generations will face extreme water shortages. Luckily, changes in small habits in our daily lives can lead to substantial water savings. Following are some easy steps for responsible water usage.
We often ignore small leaks, but a single dripping tap can waste over 3,000 gallons of water yearly. Thus, check pipes, faucets, and toilets for leaks and repair them immediately. Along with saving water, it reduces your water bill.
Most of our daily activities involve water, but simple adjustments can cut consumption:
Turn off the tap during brushing your teeth or shaving. This small action can save up to 200 gallons monthly.
Use a low-flow showerhead and limit bathing time to five minutes to save gallons of water regularly.
While washing dishes, don’t let the water run continuously.
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Several modern appliances are designed to use less water without compromising performance. These are water-saving washing machines, dual-flush toilets, as well as smart irrigation systems for home gardens to minimize water loss.
Collecting and saving rainwater is an effective way to utilize natural resources while decreasing dependency on regular municipal water supplies. Keep rain barrels to capture rain water for gardening, washing cars, or even household use after filtration.
Gardening consumes a lot of water, but there are easy ways to be more efficient:
Always water plants early in the morning or late in the evening to reduce excess evaporation.
Choose drought-resistant plants which require less watering.
Apply mulching technique to retain soil moisture and minimize the requirement for frequent watering.
Water conservation can never be achieved by a single person's efforts. It should always be a collective effort. We need to educate our friends, relatives, and most importantly the youths. Leverage workshops and social media to spread awareness.
Conserving water is not enough. We should also be aware about reducing pollution causing elements entering water bodies. Avoid dumping waste, chemicals, and plastics into nearby freshwater sources.
This year, let’s commit to making every drop count by adopting responsible water usage habits.
