Save water

According to www.waterwise.org.uk, less than 1% of the Earth's water is available for our use: 97% is saltwater, 3% is freshwater and of that around 2% is locked in the Earth's icecaps. By 2025 two thirds of the world's people will be facing water stress - and global demand for water will have grown by over 40% by then. Tap water is a precious resource, with embedded energy and chemical use, and an associated environmental impact.

The following links are just a few ideas on how to save water:

  • www.rhs.org.uk Advice on water conservation, watering techniques, drought resistant plants etc
  • The excellent book Rain Gardens provides a comprehensive range of ways to capture water, including storm planters, swales and rain gardens
  • www.which.co.uk Water butt comparison chart
  • www.waterfootprint.org Water footprint calculator
  • www.waterwise.org.uk Reducing water wastage in the UK, inc info on embedded water
  • www.environment-agency.gov.uk Info on SUDS (sustainable urban drainage systems)
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