Not tricks exactly, but they’ll work like magic to keep you from wasting water. Most of us know about low-flow shower heads, but have you thought of all the other little ways to save water?
Didn’t finish that glass of water? Pour it into your window box or the flower bed outside instead of down the sink.
Drop an ice cube? Your dog or cat might like that in the water bowl, or you can place it in the bird bath.
Changing the water in the fish tank? Feed it to the plants. They’ll love the nitrogen!
The kids insist on running through the …read more

We’re not finished splashing about with water conservation month yet.
There’s still much to discuss, but since it’s July 15, let’s take a look at our posts so far.
Conserving in the Kitchen & Bath
One Small Step: Scrape Instead of Rinse
Dishwashers Use Less Water
Do you really need a water filter?
No Runny While Soapy
Easy Toilet Leak Test
Water Awareness
Water for People
What’s Important About 350?
Your Water Footprint
What’s Your Yearly Water Bill?
Reusable Water Bottle Reviews
Green Product Review: SIGG Water Bottle
Green Product Review: Klean Kanteen Water Bottle
Other Water-related Posts
Saving Water Outside
Proper Disposal of Oil
Water Water Everywhere
Green Review: Ecover Automatic Dishwasher Tablets
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H20 Conserve offers a quick test to help you understand your water footprint. It’s not just about low-flow shower heads. The test also looks at the hidden water use inside your food choices and driving habits.
I learned a few things when I took my test. If I “let my yellow mellow” I’d save 10 or more gallons of water a day. And if I didn’t eat meat or dairy, I could reduce my water use by hundreds of gallons a day. It takes 1,500 gallons of water to produce a pound of beef!
Learn more and take your water footprint test …read more