Low-Flow Shower Head Features

May 5th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Navy shower philosophy limits water use to as little as 3 gallons, compared to a typical “Hollywood” shower that uses 60 gallons every 10 minutes. You don’t have to be as stingy as a sailor, but by installing a low-flow shower head, you’ll save up to 15,000 gallons a year per person. For a family of four, that’s $200 per year off your water bill. Read the rest of this entry »

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The WaterSense Label: What to Look For

February 21st, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Water shortages are coming your way, if they haven’t already — and not just in desert areas either. Seventy percent of U.S. counties will be affected by water shortages by the year 2050, according to a study by the National Resources Defense Council. That means your costs will rise, too. Read the rest of this entry »

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10 Tips for Saving Water in the Garden

November 25th, 2015 Categories: Random Thoughts

Saving water in your garden and yard trims your water bill and saves an increasingly scarce natural resource. Read the rest of this entry »

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5 Wacko Ways to Save Water In (and Out of) the Loo

November 15th, 2015 Categories: Random Thoughts

Green gadgets and gizmos continue to march into our bathrooms and into our business. Some are high-concept, while some are low-tech, like the “family cloth” that replaces toilet paper. Read the rest of this entry »

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