13 BEST WAYS TO SAVE WATER
Small Changes Make a Big Difference
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How You Can Save Water Every Day
Water is essential for life. By making small changes to our daily habits,
we can save thousands of litres of water every year and help protect our
environment for future generations.
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1. Turn Off the Tap While Brushing Your Teeth
Leaving the tap running wastes many litres of water. Turn it off until you need to rinse.
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2. Fix Leaking Taps
Repair leaking taps and pipes as soon as possible to prevent unnecessary water loss.
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3. Take Shorter Showers
Reducing your shower by just two minutes can save a large amount of water every week.
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4. Use a Bucket Instead of a Hose
Wash your car with a bucket and sponge instead of using a garden hose.
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5. Collect Rainwater
Use rainwater for watering plants, cleaning outside areas, or washing vehicles.
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6. Water Plants Early or Late
Water your garden in the early morning or evening to reduce evaporation.
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7. Only Run Full Loads
Only use your washing machine or dishwasher when it is completely full.
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8. Wash Fruit in a Bowl
Instead of letting water run continuously, wash fruit and vegetables in a bowl.
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9. Reuse Water
Reuse water from rinsing vegetables or washing clothes to water your garden where appropriate.
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10. Don't Flush Unnecessarily
Avoid flushing the toilet when it isn't needed to reduce water usage.
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11. Keep Drinking Water in the Fridge
Store cold drinking water in the fridge instead of running the tap until it becomes cold.
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12. Sweep Instead of Hosing
Use a broom to clean driveways and patios instead of using a hosepipe.
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13. Report Water Leaks
Report broken pipes and leaking public taps to your municipality so they can be repaired.
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Save Water Website
Created by Charlize Botha
Grade 12 CAT PAT 2026
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