The Environment Agency are concerned that if we don’t take steps now, there won’t be enough water for future generations.   And they’re not talking about future generations on far flung shores either, they’re talking about right here on British soil.    The Environment Agency’s chief executive, Dr Paul Leinster, said: “People and businesses need to use less water and wasting water needs to cost a lot more. The proposals in our new strategy cover actions that need to be taken by water companies, Government, regulators, businesses and the public, and we need a joined up approach to this problem to prevent it becoming a crisis.”  The EA are calling for all water to be metered by 2050, but there’s no need to wait 41 years to make the changes.  You can start now, and preserve the earth’s most precious resource for your children and grandchildren. [source: edie]

It’s not difficult when you know how:

1.  Take a bucket into the shower with you and use the water you collect for watering your plants.

2. Switch off the water while you’re soaping yourself in the shower (pretend you’re a sailor).

3. Install water saving taps and shower heads throughout your home.

4. Pick both energy saving and water saving appliances like dishwashers and washing machines to keep the planet and its people smiling.

5. Make sure you only use your dishwasher and washing machines when you have a full load.