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CCWSA IS EXPERIENCING INTERRUPTIONS IN WATER SERVICE DUE TO A WATER MAIN BREAK ON STATE STREET ROAD
In the Bathroom
In the Bathroom
Turn off the water while shaving and brushing your teeth.
Leaky toilets and faucets that drip 30 times per minute can waste 54 gallons of water every month!
Installing a low-flow shower head can save up to 7.5 gallons of water PER MINUTE!
Did you know the average person uses 15 gallons of water every day for hygiene? Take shorter showers and don't fill the bath all the way up.
Only flush solids. Every flush can use up to 6 gallons of water!
In the Kitchen
In the Kitchen
Use your dishwater from handwashing dishes to water your plants. (Yes, it's safe!)
A fully (properly) loaded dishwasher, on average, only uses 8-12 gallons of water per load! The average NYS kitchen faucet uses up to 1.8 gallons of water PER MINUTE.
Don't run the tap for hot or cold water. Instead, heat up water in a kettle, and keep a pitcher of water in your fridge.
Outside
Outside
Raise the deck height on your lawnmower -- Tall grass needs less water!
Use your pool cover to reduce evaporation.
Mulch around your trees and shrubs to help with water drainage so your landscaping gets water all the way to the roots for less frequent watering.
Go to a car wash that recycles water.
Sweeping your driveway and sidewalk instead of hosing can conserve between 600 and 2,500 gallons of water every year!
Keep the fire hydrants closed. Misused hydrants costs you and your community money.
Only water your lawn when it needs it. Overwatering is costly!
Water landscaping early in the morning, or late in the evening to help lower evaporation risk.
At Work
At Work
If you see a leak, report it!
Turn off water-consuming equipment when not in use.
Water landscaping early in the morning, or late in the evening to help lower evaporation risk.
Be conscious of your water usage at work.
Learn more about water conservation from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
National Water Quality Month
National Water Quality Month
August is National Water Quality Month!
August is National Water Quality Month!
National Water Quality Month was founded in 2005 by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), but it has roots back in the early 1970s, when the Clean Water Act (1972) was passed by Congress to help curb the pollutions to our bodies of water. In 1974, the Safe Drinking Water Act was passed to protect potable water sources.
Want to learn more about National Water Quality Month? Visit their site below!
World Water Week
World Water Week
In 1991, Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) started holding a non-profit conference every year to help innovate ways to help solve the worldwide water crisis, while also addressing food security, health, agriculture, and many other important topics. World Week takes place during the last week of August virtually and in person in Stockholm, Sweden.
Learn more about World Water Week.
World Water Day
World Water Day
In 1993, The United Nations has observed World Water Day on March 22nd. This observance was created to showcase importance of fresh drinking water and raising awareness of the 2.2 billion people living without potable drikning water.
"The core focus of World Water Day to support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 6: water and sanitation for all by 2030."
Learn more about World Water Day.
Collecting Rain Water and Water Consumption
Collecting Rain Water and Water Consumption
Did you know that in New York State, it's encouraged to collect rainwater?
Rain water is an amazing source that can help lower your water consumption. It can be used to water plants and your garden, washing your clothes, washing your car, irrigation systems, and even for consumption! (If treated properly)
Read more about rain water systems and uses here!
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