As fresh water supplies become increasingly scarce in parts of the world, – and as part of a growing commitment to live greener lifestyles – conscientious Americans are proactively cutting back on the amount of water they use. And while many expected – and have already experienced – the many psychological and emotional benefits of doing their parts to reduce their carbon footprints, they might not have anticipated how much money they’re saving as well. In this article you’ll learn six of the best – and most practical – ways to save water (and money) outside of your home. [...]
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 Change to fluorescent bulbs If every house in the United States changed all of the light bulbs in their house, that would be equivalent to taking one million cars off the streets.  |
Knowing how to save water in your landscape can become very important as water restrictions increase. There are a few easy ways you can change the way you manage your landscape to save water. [...] Researches have estimated that growing a home vegetable garden can reduce a person’s carbon emission by as much as 17%. Here is some advice to get you started on your road to a greener lifestyle and spending less money. [...] The first rains of the season may be here, but water shortages in California are here to stay. One means of countering outdoor watering restrictions next year comes in the form of super-sized rain barrels that a company in San Anselmo is offering to residents next week. Though age-old, water officials see rain barrels as a conservation tool that creates value around water use and ultimately, behavioral modifications in their customers. Look for rebates from your local water municipality for rainwater harvesting containers. [...] Saving water is an important part of a greener lifestyle. Here are seven easy ways to conserve water that will also save you money. [...] Consider this: one inch of rain will yield half a gallon of water for every square foot. That means that 100 square feet can capture 50 gallons of water. That’s a lot of water and in the city most of it will go down the sewer drains. Let’s take a closer look at the different types of water and the benefits of using rainwater in your garden. [...] What is the most important factor for your Rain Catcher? When designing your new rain harvesting system, you may have several goals in mind. The more common materials include; hard yard plastic, stainless steel and wood from recycled whiskey barrels. Any of these materials can be used for the purpose of housing rainwater for your garden needs. [...] Rain buckets or rain-barrels are becoming more popular as the threat of global warming and droughts hit the headlines. They have been around for centuries as man has always tried to capture water from the sky for his crops. Rain harvesting is something that every person should be doing as they begin their backyard gardens. During the Spring, rain is plentiful and not many people think about the impending summer months where rainfall becomes more scarce. [...] Avid gardeners spend a good part of the winter planning what they will plant in the spring. Even casual gardeners invest plenty of time and money in their plants. Regular watering is one key to a successful garden. So what’s a gardener to do when faced with lack of rainfall combined with water restrictions in the middle of a hot summer? [...] There’s nothing new about the idea of a rain barrel to store water for future use. People have been catching and storing rain water for centuries and in many countries rain still provides the majority of the water for irrigation, washing, and even drinking. Learn about the practical advantages of having a rain barrel for your home. [...] |
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