An easy way to use less hot water
The average person reaches for a faucet many times each day. Without thinking, we often grab the hot water tap – even when we need such a small amount of water that hot water never actually reaches the faucet.
But, regardless of its temperature, every drop that comes out of the hot water tap costs energy (and money). That’s because every time the hot water tap is opened, hot water starts moving from the hot water tank toward the faucet. If it is ‘stranded’ somewhere along the way, it just cools and its energy is wasted.
So when you need just a little water, reach for the cold water tap – and save some precious hot water.
In the news:
Not content with the outcome of December’s Copenhagen climate summit, Caribbean leaders recently signed a declaration urging quicker, more aggressive action on climate change. The President of Bolivia is hosting the World People’s Conference on Climate Change on Earth Day, and is calling for a ‘Declaration of Rights for Mother Earth’ – an interesting concept.
Weird weather is a precursor to climate change, and Newfoundland and Labrador has sure been getting its share this month: here, here and here.
How can most commuters save hundreds of dollars in fuel and parking fees every year? By carpooling.