Tame your toilets
Look at installing a dual flush conversion system to all your toilets so that you can use less water when flushing.
Slim down the showers
Your shower head blows out 3 gallons of water per minute, so take a look at reducing the shower time to 3 minutes and turning down the shower while you scrub. Fit in a low flow shower head, and you’ll get half the volume of water every minute.
Efficient Low-Flow Faucets
Fit low-flow faucet aerators to your kitchen and bathroom faucets to reduce your water bills. Remember to shut the tap after you brush your teeth or wash your hands in order to conserve more water.
Don’t Hand Wash Dishes
Hand washing individual dishes uses a lot more water than dishwasher. Make sure you fully load your dishwasher every time.
Be water aware
Start by measuring how much water you and your family use every day. Then look at ways to minimize water use and see how much water you’ve saved.
Travel
Pack sustainably. Pack as minimally as possible – try to reduce to soap and a shampoo bar, stainless steel razor and toothbrush. Do not leave plastic trash anywhere.
Beauty
Say no to face wipes. Just use a plain old flannel and a nice oil-based cleaner to help break down the make-up at the end of the day. If your really have to, get biodegradable wipes.
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Food
Consider a more plant-based diet. Its not possible for everyone to go vegan. The more practical thing is that the majority of people reduce their meat intake to a few days a week.
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Fashion
Buy eco-friendly materials. Look out for more natural fibers – go for cotton over polyester. Not only do they feel a lot better when you wear them, but don’t include stuff like microfibers that go into our water and into sea organisms when we wash our clothing.
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Be at home in a hotel
Although you’re in a hotel, look out for a change of linen and towels and change your linen every three to four days. Always turn off all electrical appliances when you leave your room and use the appliances sparingly.