Similar to the Energy Star rating, the Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense label appears on products that meet its water efficiency and performance criteria. Look for the label on toilets, faucets, showerheads and irrigation products.
Read more: U.S. EPA WaterSense
9. Take advantage of government programs
Municipalities across the country are making headway in water conservation by instituting various bylaws and rebate programs. For example, cities like Toronto offer a rebate on the purchase of a low-flow toilet, and Calgary is making the switch to universal water metering, which will make homeowners more aware of their water consumption.
Read more: Check out your municipal website
10. Just use less
Dishwashers use less water than the manual method – about 5,000 gallons less per year – but if you are washing by hand, fill one sink with suds and the second with clean water for rinsing. There are other ways to save, too: fill baths only halfway, take shorter showers, and use a kiddie pool instead of a sprinkler to help children cool off in the summer.
Read more: Metro Vancouver Water Conservation Initiatives
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