Water Conservation Forum – Our Water Our Lives

Share your Ideas on Water Conservation

This forum is designed to encourage visitors to share their thoughts on actions Long Islanders should take to embrace water conservation. Content not related to that purpose will be removed.

This forum has 6 topics, 5 replies, and was last updated 2 days, 10 hours ago by egbbchasy.

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Using water wisely also conserves electricity whic

Using water wisely also conserves electricity which is used to operate supply wells. Conservation ensures an adequate supply for future generations, and saves you money! #FAQ #ourwaterourlives #longisland

WaterTip Wednesdays: While some of us are hoping f

WaterTip Wednesdays: While some of us are hoping for another snow this winter, our cars are not. When the salt becomes too much or it’s time for spring cleaning, save water and go to a car wash with technology optimized for reducing water waste! #carwash #watertip #longisland #ourwaterourlives

Happy Valentine’s Day! ~ Yours truly, Our Water

Happy Valentine’s Day!
~ Yours truly, Our Water Our Lives
#valentines #lovewater #ourwaterourlives

... is all it takes to waste 1,661 gallons of wate

... is all it takes to waste 1,661 gallons of water a year! Fixing your faucet is just one great way to help sustain Long Island’s water supply. #waterwise #household #ourwaterourlives

FAQ Friday: Where does our water come from? All dr

FAQ Friday: Where does our water come from? All drinking water on Long Island is sourced from underground aquifers.
But how exactly does the water get there? Follow the indicators on the graphic above to see how water reaches the aquifers, and ultimately our homes!
#ourwaterourlives #longisland #aquifer

Water Tip Wednesday: Though hot showers feel great

Water Tip Wednesday: Though hot showers feel great during the winter, shorter showers help reduce water waste, cut your water bill, and even keep skin hydrated! Want more tips? Check out these helpful links! #ourwaterourlives #waterawareness #watertip #longisland
https://www.scwa.com/water-quality/environment/water-efficiency/

http://www.liaquifercommission.com/waterwise/tips.html

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