Water Sustainability
Water Sustainability | Every Drop Counts
The basis of vitality and long life is water
Water is essential for sustainable development and human well-being.
It is crucial for reducing disease and improving health, welfare and productivity of people.
But how can we use water wisely and responsibly?
We know, it is not easy. But we can start with a simple step - "Glass of Water"
You are here because you care, not because of luck. We want to help you with practical knowledge to make your daily life more sustainable. Let's begin, the right way!
They say, "change is the only constant thing"
But where to start?
The answer is: Change your water - the rest will follow
Why Water?
In short, water is needed to keep every cell in your body healthy and functioning. It also protects your eyes, spinal cord and the baby in pregnancy. You can get about 20% of your water needs from food.
But the other 80% must come from fluids.
Here's the trick! Which fluid to choose?
Tip: Choose Wisely
We have done the research for you. And we have found the best water ever! So without further ado - we introduce you to THE ONE AND ONLY KANGEN WATER.
https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/takeaction/
Click here for a PDF download of some of the actions.
THINGS YOU CAN DO AT HOME
- Air dry. Let your hair and clothes dry naturally instead of running a machine. If you do wash your clothes, make sure the load is full.
- Take short showers. Bathtubs require gallons more water than a 5-10 minute shower.
- Eat less meat, poultry, and fish. More resources are used to provide meat than plants
- Freeze fresh produce and leftovers if you don’t have the chance to eat them before they go bad. You can also do this with take-away or delivered food, if you know you will not feel like eating it the next day. You will save food and money.
- Compost—composting food scraps can reduce climate impact while also recycling nutrients.
- Recycling paper, plastic, glass & aluminium keeps landfills from growing.
- Buy minimally packaged goods.
- Avoid pre-heating the oven. Unless you need a precise baking temperature, start heating your food right when you turn on the oven.
- Plug air leaks in windows and doors to increase energy efficiency
- Adjust your thermostat, lower in winter, higher in summer
- Replace old appliances with energy efficient models and light bulbs
- If you have the option, install solar panels in your house. This will also reduce your electricity bill!
- Get a rug. Carpets and rugs keep your house warm and your thermostat low.
- Don’t rinse. If you use a dishwasher, stop rinsing your plates before you run the machine.
- Choose a better diaper option. Swaddle your baby in cloth diapers or a new, environmentally responsible disposable brand.
- Shovel snow manually. Avoid the noisy, exhaust-churning snow blower and get some exercise.
- Use cardboard matches. They don’t require any petroleum, unlike plastic gas-filled lighters.