What does saving water have to do with saving energy? After all, water is a natural resource, like oil or gas, but it's not an energy source. But we use energy, and lots of it, to bring water to our homes and make it work for us. Seeing as you're interested in saving as much energy and money as possible, it's worthwhile to look at ways to use all the water in your home more efficiently.
If your home is connected to city water and sewer lines, conserving water will cut your water and sewer bills. If your house has a well and septic system, saving water cuts the costs of pumping water out of the ground into your house. It also helps to avoid overloading your septic system, which can call for expensive pumping.
And don't forget about cutting down on energy from hot water use. Since about 15% of your home energy budget goes to heating water, using hot water more efficiently can help cut your utility bills and increase your home energy savings. See how to cut your water heating costs.
Water is a precious resource we can't afford to waste. Only 1% of the water on earth is usable for human consumption, and the average home can waste 11,000 gal. of water a year.
As each of us finds ways to use water more efficiently in our homes, we're helping ourselves and our communities. Electricity accounts for 80% of water processing and distribution expenses. On a national level, systems for processing drinking and waste water consume 50 billion kilowatt-hours annually. That's enough electricity to power more than 4.5 million homes for an entire year. And don't forget where this electricity comes from; it comes from burning fossil fuels that are being rapidly depleted. Efficient use and conservation of water saves energy all the way around.
To be a part of this green movement, start by calling in your local Dr. Energy Saver to see what measures can be taken in your home to promote energy efficiency. Schedule a home energy audit with Dr. Energy Saver today!
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