Housing Conserve Resources

 

• Weatherization
• Save Energy
• Conserve Water: Every Drop Counts
• Protect Water Quality
• Rethink Waste

Conserve Water: Every Drop Counts

The average person uses 60 gallons of water a day and wastes more than 9 gallons a day through household leaks. Here are 5 things you can do to reduce water use and save money.

W ash laundry only when there is a full load
A lways turn off running water
T ake shorter showers
E liminate any and all leaks
R educe the flow of toilets and showerheads

Learn more about water use in the home on the Water Conservation page.

Educational Resources:

• Every Drop Counts: Conserve Water at Home
• Understanding your Water Bill

Related Links:

• UGA Center for Urban Agriculture
• Conserve Water Georgia
• WaterSense
• Fix a Leak

Staff

• Pamela R. Turner