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Article reposted with permission: Reducing Water Waste In The Kitchen: Tips For Sustainable Living Do you care about how your home impacts the environment? We all contribute to the nation’s carbon footprint through the way we use water, especially in the kitchen. Fortunately, there are some easy changes you can make in your kitchen to … Continue reading “Torva: Reducing Water Waste In The Kitchen: Tips For Sustainable Living”
Category: Environment
Eco-Friendly Landscaping Tips for Water-Conscious Households
Image via Pexels Writer: Ron Kane with winterguys.com Water conservation is something each of us should care about. We rely on clean water for eating, drinking, bathing, growing our food, and protecting our ecosystems, but the earth’s water supply is limited — and we need to act fast if we’re going to reduce water loss … Continue reading “Eco-Friendly Landscaping Tips for Water-Conscious Households”
What’s the big deal with leaks?
Leaks are big deal because they waste water, our most precious resource, they can increase your water bill and they can cause water damage leading to expensive repairs. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (www.epa.gov): Homeowners can save 10% on their water bills by fixing leaks. 10% of homes have leaks that waste 90 … Continue reading “What’s the big deal with leaks?”
Drought is a Worldwide Problem
Drought is defined as “a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water” by Merriam-Webster. Essentially, when an area isn’t getting as much freshwater through rain as it is needs. Wildlife only really needs water for drinking, we as humans need water for much more. Especially agriculture and manufacturing. In recent … Continue reading “Drought is a Worldwide Problem”
Why is Water so Important?
Of all the water on Earth, only about 2.5 percent is fresh water. Most of the freshwater is inaccessible to humans as it is in the form of glaciers or snow fields. Approximately 2 billion people live in a country with some form of drought or problem regarding water and its distribution/management. Water is naturally … Continue reading “Why is Water so Important?”
