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Everyone is encouraged to conserve water by following any number of the 100 Ways to Save Water. These tips cover indoor and outdoor water use, saving water, energy, and money.
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- Americans use 75-80 gallons of water per person each day.
- A faucet dripping at a rate of one (1) drop per second wastes 2,700 gallons of water per year.
- A water hose was left running while washing a car wastes 10 gallons of water per minute.
- A $10.00 low-flow shower head can save up to $75.00 per year on water and energy.
- The average family washed 400 loads of laundry per year. Purchasing a new Energy Star-rated washed can save up to $145.00 per year in energy and water.
| Indoor Water Use Breakdown |
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| Appliance/Device | Household per Day | Percent of Total |
| Toilet | 33 gallons | 24%
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| Shower | 27 gallons | 20% |
| Faucet | 27 gallons | 20%
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| Washing Machine | 22 gallons | 16%
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| Leaks | 18 gallons | 13% |
| Bath | 4 gallons | 3% |
| Dishwasher | 2 gallons | 2% |
| Other | 4 gallons | 3% |
| Total | 138 gallons | 100%
(101% with rounding) |
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