Water Conservation

Environment

Water Conservation

Think Watersmart!
Water is a precious commodity and we owe it to ourselves to use this resource wisely and to minimize waste.

Tips for Saving Water Outdoors
Water less often. Don't water every second day just from habit. Frequent watering will cause shallow roots that dry out easily. Start out in the spring by watering once a week and water more often only as necessary when hot summer days arrive. Remember to abide by the Watering Regulations.

Minimize lawn area. Consider replacing turf with ornamental grasses or groundcovers.

Select low water using trees, shrubs and flowers and group them according to their water needs.

Leave your lawn longer. Raise the height of cut on your mower to 2-3 inches (5-8 cm). Taller grass shades and cools the soil and reduces the need for water.

Use mulch to retain moisture and reduce weed growth.

Position sprinklers so they water only the areas that need it.

Aerate your lawn to allow air, water and fertilizer to reach the roots.

Turn your automatic sprinkler system off when it rains.

Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks.

Tips for Saving Water Indoors
Install water-saving showerheads to save up to 10 litres per minute.

Take the 5-minute challenge! Can you shower in 5 minutes or less? You'll save 10 to 20 litres for every minute you reduce your showering time.

Don't let the water run when you brush your teeth, shave, wash dishes, or clean vegetables.

Repair leaking toilets to save as much as 100 litres per day.

Use a wastepaper basket instead of the toilet for tissues, dental floss and other trash, and save 6 to 25 litres per flush.

Use dishwashers and washing machines only for full loads.

Fix leaky taps - one drop per second = 32 litres per day.

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Kamloops BC V2C 6V3
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email ecoinfo@kamloops.ca

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