| CONSERVE OUR WATER RESOURCES |
Facts... |
Dripper says, "Conserve our water resources" | |
| Canadians are the highest per capita consumers of water in the world | ||
| we waste a large percentage of the water we use | ||
| you save money by conserving water | ||
Conservation Works To... |
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| save money on water and heating bills | ||
| reduce the need for costly expansion of water supply systems and sewage treatment plants | ||
| reduce sewage going to treatment plants so they operate more effectively | ||
Water-Saving Tips... |
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| install flow-restricting devices and fix your leaky faucets | ||
| shut off tap between uses when shaving, brushing teeth, rinsing dishes | ||
| place a water-filled container or toilet dams in toilet tank; save on each flush | ||
| use a rain-barrel for outdoor needs | ||
| use cold water whenever possible | ||
| run only full loads in dishwasher or washing machine | ||
| put your lawn on a water diet | ||
| sweep the driveway; do not hose it off | ||
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Lakehead Region Conservation Authority |