1. Use and dispose of harmful materials properly.
Don’t dump hazardous waste on the ground. The hazardous waste could contaminate the soil, which in turn could contaminate any groundwater or surrounding water body. Many household products contain toxic substances that can contaminate waters, such as flea collars, mothballs, leftover paint, motor oil, household cleaners, and a number of medicines.
Try not to overuse pesticides or fertilisers, if you must- use them in moderation. Many steps are being taken to keep contaminants from entering groundwater supplies. Manufacturers are using fewer toxic raw materials.
2. Volunteer in your community or participate in a cleanup.
Find a water protection organisation or a collaborative in your community, and volunteer to help. If you cannot find a group, consider starting one.
Join a network of professional people who care about the future of this most important natural resource.
3. Spend less time in the bathroom!
Take shorter showers. According to Home Water Works, a project of the Alliance for Water Efficiency, the average shower is nearly 8 minutes long, and uses nearly 60 litres of water. Imagine this multiplied by the number of people in your family. Shower time makes up about a fifth of total water usage throughout a house, which is significant, considering its competition with sinks, dishwashers, and sprinklers.
The Scottish government supports a corporation called Scottish Water, which donates water-saving devices to any address that signs up. According to the Scottish Water’s site, we should be able to have a 4-minute shower. Also- turn off the water whilst brushing teeth.
4. Fix any leaks.
Fix leaks that drip from your car and put down a liner in your driveway to collect oil and other materials. These leaks contribute to stormwater pollution. Repair leaks under sinks because it wastes water. Household leaks can waste nearly 1 trillion gallons of water annually nationwide.
5. Spread the word and be a water advocate.
Talk to your neighbours about how they can help too, and work with your mairie to ensure that pesticides, toxic antibacterials, or other toxic chemicals are not used at schools, local parks, and other public areas. Educate people on conserving water and stopping pollution.
Discuss water quality threats, including the dangers of polluted runoff and habitat loss. Highlight actions people can take to protect water quality.
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