water conservation

Reduce Water Use at Home: Go Green

April 28, 2008 by EcoistPaige on April 28, 2008

Did you know that only 3 percent of the earth’s water is fresh water? It’s a vital yet limited natural resource. Consider this: turning on the faucet isn’t just about water usage

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Dishwater for Watering Plants: Green Gardening

February 23, 2008 by EcoistPaige on February 23, 2008

Here’s a reason to hold onto that dirty dish water (seriously!). Keep a large, clean bucket or bowl in the sink and use it to hand wash your dishes. Then, when you’re done, take the water outside an

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What do you do to conserve water? – Reader Tips

January 19, 2008 by EcoistPaige on January 19, 2008

Draughts are abundant this year (though you wouldn’t know it from how it’s been raining cats and dogs in our neck of the woods as of late).  But it is abundant when we drive by creeks filled with tr

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Save Water with a Navy Shower: Green Tip

January 14, 2008 by EcoistPaige on January 14, 2008

Though the US Navy is surrounded by water, they lack water that is fresh. Therefore, they have to do everything they can to save water, and this includes taking a shower. The Navy shower is a great

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