Page 24 - Intra Muros March Issue 2026

TOP TIPS

ON HOW TO

SAVE WATER

97.5% of the world’s water is locked in seas and oceans, too salty for
human use. Most of the remaining 2.5% is in the ice caps.
We humans depend on the tiny bit available as fresh water –
an essential natural resource for life. That’s why we need to ensure that
water is kept free from pollutants and save water where we can.

Turn off the taps
Don’t let your water consumption
run out of control. Save 6 litres
of water a minute by turning off
your tap while you brush your
teeth. Stop what could be 60 litres
of water going straight down the
drain every week.

Shower with less
Every minute you spend in a power
shower uses up to 17 litres of water.
Set a timer on your phone to keep your
showers short, sweet and water-saving.

Switching to an efficient shower head
Time your gardening will allow you to lather up in less water,
Water outdoor plants in the early morning or at which means you’ll save water and cut
the end of the day to stop water immediately down on your bills.
evaporating in sunlight and heat. Water the soil so
that the liquid goes straight to the roots, where it’s
needed.

In a heatwave, animals need water too. Instead
of watering your lawn, leave out a water-filled
container, like a casserole dish, for birds to drink from
and wash. Thirsty bees and other insects will need a
saucer or bowl with water and stones in it.

Save up your dirty clothes
Washing a full machine load of clothes uses less water and
energy than two half-loads. This means lower bills as well as
saving water.