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?”
Category: Environment
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?”