Save in the kitchen
Use a fulldishwasher or washing machine
Avoid using the half-load settings on dishwashers and washing machines. They use more than half the energy and water of a full load. Fill them up.
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Steam your vegetables
Steaming veg not only saves water, but retains more nutrients in your food. Leftover water can then be used to feed the plants.
Reuse glass and mugs
Use the same glass, mug or cup to drink out of all day to reduce the water you use washing up. But don’t cut down on the amount of water you drink!
Left-over ice cubes
If you have left-overdrinking water or ice cubes, don’t pour them down the sink, give your plants a drink instead.
Run your taps less
Don’t run the tap until the water’s cool – keep a jug of water in the fridge for instantly cold drinks instead. Try adding fruit or mint for some flavour.
Use fewer pots/pans and utensils
Use fewer pots/pans and utensils when cooking.The less you use, the less water needed to wash up.
Only boil what you need
Only boiling the kettle for exactly what you need is an easy way to save around £50 a year.
