The Importance of Water Conservation

Oct 25
10:18

2009

Idalia Luczak

Idalia Luczak

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"Reduce, Reuse and Recycle" is a familiar mantra. When it comes to conserving water, it is important to understand the value of these efforts. Because of water's vital importance, we need to ensure that our safe supply lasts. By preserving water, we can save energy, reduce costs and protect the ecosystem.

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Every time water runs down the drain,The Importance of Water Conservation  Articles it becomes waste water, needing treatment in order to be used again. The operations of water treatment facilities are costly, and massive amounts of energy are used to turn waste water into potable water. When we reduce the amount of water that needs to be treated, we conserve energy and money.

The environment's rivers, groundwater reservoirs and underground aquifers provide our fresh water. Although water shortages and droughts cause our gardens to wilt and our autos to remain dusty, a lack of water also affects fish, fowl, flora and other wildlife that depend upon it for their survival. When water runs low, it has a direct impact on the entire ecosystem.

According to UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, the process for heating hot water in our homes involves embedded emissions that release close to 35 million tonnes of greenhouse gases each year. When we reduce the amount of hot water we use for household chores and bathing, we reduce the amount greenhouse gases that are emitted.

With the benefits that come from conserving water, every effort can make a difference. Careful consideration of the way water is used can result in a healthier environment, a safe and plentiful water supply and a stronger economy.