Summers are a testing time. It tests your endurance to carry out your usual work in somewhat extreme conditions. For the work which you could do with relative ease in spring, now you shall have to put in an extra effort. And most of these extreme conditions are attributed to shortage of water.
We are almost on the verge of summer season and the effects are already showing. The local government has already issued a warning on the imminent load-shedding that it would enforce on us. Even in Bangalore, which is the Electricity Boards cash cow, there is no escaping. The underground water levels have further diminished because of its overuse and almost zero replenishment; there was very little rainfall last year. Add to that the numerous official reports on how countries like India and China are facing severe water shortages.
Although it's true that we can't do much about the rains, there is something we can do about the depleting water level. We can use our "common sense". Here is my personal list of top ways to save water using "common sense"
1) Don't take a shower for too long. That way, you will save even up to 60 liters a day!
2) Try not to leave the water running when you're brushing your teeth. You'll waste about 90 liters a week
3) Never put water down the drain when there may be another use for it such as watering a plant or garden, or cleaning.
4) Repair dripping faucets by replacing washers. If your faucet is dripping at the rate of one drop per second, you can expect to waste 10,000 liters per year
5) Don't let water run while shaving or washing your face. Brush your teeth first while waiting for water to get hot, then wash or shave after filling the basin.
6) Do not use running water to thaw meat or other frozen foods. Defrost food overnight in the refrigerator or by using the defrost setting on your microwave.
7) Don’t use a running water to wash your car or bike; use a bucket full of water instead and you can save up to 300 liters per wash
8) Use full loads in your washing machine, or if purchasing look for economy features such as half load capability or reduced water consumption.
9) Wash dishes by hand, using one bowl for washing and one for rinsing. Bowls are filled with less water than it takes to fill the sink. You can save up to 50 liters a day
End of list but not the end of water saving ideas. Suggest your own ways to save water at kansal.gaurav@gmail.com
Try to do one thing each day that will result in saving water. Don't worry if the savings are minimal. Every drop counts. You can make a difference.
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