Water Use
Water is one of the most important resources we have. It has been calculated that 20% of the world today is facing fresh water shortages. By 2025, the United Nations estimates that 75% of the world population won’t have access to reliable, clean water.
Water Saving Tips
There are simple measures we can take to reduce our demand on water supplies. Click here for water saving tips.
How the Council is Saving Water
To see what the council is doing to save water, click here.
How Much Water Do You Use? | |
|---|---|
| Bath - 80 litres | Dishwasher - 55 litres |
| Cup or Glass - 0.25 litre | Flushing Toilet - 9.5 litres |
| Standard Shower - 35 litres | Washing Machine - 120 litres |
| Washing Up Bowl - 6 litres | Cooking Pan - 1 litre |
| Cleening Teeth - 2 litres | Garden Hose - 10 litres a minute |
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Drought
From 5th April 2012, Thames Water will impose a hosepipe ban in London and the Thames Valley. Find out more information here to see how the drought will affect you.
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