Use water efficient equipment

Consider upgrading to more water efficient appliances and devices. Taps, shower heads, toilets, and dishwashers can all make a big difference.

Go waterless

Implementing waterless processes can dramatically reduce your use. This can include air-vacuums, high-pressure air jets, and dry sweeping.

Simple changes

There are cheaper alternatives too. Retrofit a dual flush system into older toilets, invest in toilet cistern bags, or use shower timers.

Low maintenance plants

Choose plants that need less water (cacti, peace lilies, aloe vera and jade plants). Water outdoor plants in the morning before the sun gets too hot.

Harvest rainwater

A harvesting system allows you to collect rainwater. You can then install systems to use rainwater in your toilets, dishwashers, and showers. A simple water butt can collect rainwater to water plants, or wash windows and cars.

Grey water system

Used water is known as grey water. It's made up of wastewater from sinks, shower drains or washing machines. Grey water systems collect and reuse this wastewater. You can then use it to flush toilets, water plants, and wash external areas of the building.

Encourage colleagues

Make colleagues aware of the scarcity of water and the benefits of conservation. Put up signs in staff kitchens or toilets that remind people to turn off taps or use low flush options.

Appoint water stewards

Maintenance staff, cleaners, utility managers and FM contractors may have experience in conservation. Ask them for advice or ask if they would like to become water stewards.

Be mindful

Think about how often you wash building exteriors, clean windows or wash vehicles. Try to limit the use of power washers as they use large amounts of water.

Keep your drains clean