Easy Ideas

  • Play an online game that supports DoSomething.org
  • When washing your clothes, use cold water and make sure the washer is full.
  • Install a low-flower shower head.
  • Cut your shower time down to save on water heating costs.
  • Run your dishwasher only when it's full.
  • Turn off the sprinkler when it's raining or windy.
  • Sweep the driveway or garage with a broom instead of the hose.
  • Use a low-flow showerhead or toilet- they use a lot less water than regular ones.
  • Ask your parents to show you where your water main shut-off is.
  • When you donate to an organization, find out where the money goes and make sure the organization supports your values.
  • Fill the washer and dryer completely. You waste a lot of energy by doing small loads.
  • Fix or tell someone about a leaky faucet- it can waste up to 2,000 gal of water a year.
  • Turn off the water while you wash your face, shave, or brush your teeth.
  • Take shorter showers- preferably less than 5 minutes.

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