Did you know that the average American family uses about 400 gallons of water each day? We’ve covered some tips in the past on how to save water at home. But, it really is a family effort. If everyone in your family made one different choice each day that conserved water, think about how many…
Whether you live in an area that can frequently experience droughts, like California, or you’re trying to conserve water by not giving your plants a good soak so much, it’s never a bad idea to choose foliage that doesn’t require a lot of water to grow and thrive. The best part? You don’t need to…
The heat is on! Summer is just around the corner, and while it’s fun to relax at the beach, splash in the pool, and enjoy an icy beverage, warm temperatures aren’t all fun and games. As the climate continually increases, droughts are becoming more common than ever before. There are certain parts of the country…
Unfortunately, droughts have been a frequent topic of conversation over the last several years. They’ve been an especially hot topic in the state of California. While it’s easy to ‘forget’ about the dangers of a drought when we’re not in one, they can be pretty scary when you’re in the middle of one! Thankfully, there…
Spring has finally sprung, and for a lot of people, that means planting beautiful gardens. Whether you’re more of a ‘stop and smell the flowers’ kind of person, or you like the gratification of a rich vegetable garden, you know how important it is to care for your plants on a daily basis. Of course,…
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, water management refers to ‘the control and movement of water resources to minimize damage to life and property, and to maximize efficient beneficial use.’ So, what does that actually mean, and why is water management so important? Water management uses the water resources we already have to think…
In a previous blog, we talked about the importance and benefits of collecting rainwater. Unfortunately, far too many people aren’t taking advantage of these great benefits because they think rainwater harvesting has to be a big, complicated operation. On a small scale, it can be as simple as gathering rainwater in a barrel and filtering…
Why is It Important? On a global scale, our world is running low on water. It’s hard to believe or even fathom, but projections have suggested that by the year 2030, our demand for water will be greater than the supply. It can be a scary thought, but it’s also a strong motivational tool to…
You probably know at least one person who practices rainwater harvesting/collecting. They may have a simple system like a collection bucket in their backyard for gardening. Or, they might have a complex contraption that allows them to use their collected rainwater for multiple purposes. Whatever the case, it’s good to be curious about harvesting rainwater…
We know how important it is to save water for the environment. But, many people don’t realize that when you conserve water, you can also make a huge dent in your utility bills. So, if your motivation for helping out the planet isn’t as strong as you’d like it to be yet, use saving a…
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