With climate change accelerating, water stress is becoming a global crisis. According to Copernicus, 2024 was the hottest year ever recorded worldwide, with severe droughts and extreme heat affecting regions across every continent. It’s clearer than ever: we must treat water as a precious and limited resource.
Below we list some simple tips & tricks you can apply in everyday life. These will help you not only to save water, but also money!
Save water inside
- Take a short shower instead of a bath
- Use the eco-mode on your dishwasher & washing machine, and wash only when you have a full machine
- Avoid leaks in the house by checking your water meter frequently
- Use rainwater for your toilet & washing machine
- Drink tap water, 1 liter of tap water costs less than 1 cent
- Install a water-saving showerhead
- Don’t leave the faucet running when brushing your teeth or washing your hands
- Wash your clothes in cold water, this helps save the colors as well
Save water outside
- Collect and use rainwater for your garden
- Use a watering can instead of a hose
- Water your garden only at sunrise or in the late evening. This prevents the water from evaporating too quickly and damaging the plants.
- Skip washing your car during dry spells. Does your car really need a wash? Use a bucket and sponge. Four 10-liter buckets are usually enough. If you wash your car with a garden hose, you will soon need about 150 liters.
- Inflatable pool? Reuse the water in your garden. Just make sure the water is free from harmful chemicals before watering your plants.
- Don’t waste water on paths and patios
Interested in more water tips? Find out more on www.kraanwater.be (Dutch)
Do you want to save water with your company or switch over to circular water? Ekopak is here to help you out. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@ekopakwater.com!