DAY 30
WAIT UNTIL YOU HAVE A FULL LOAD TO WASH DISHES & CLOTHES
Washing machines and dishwashers are great devices; just make sure to run them FULLY LOADED.
These appliances use a lot of energy and water; dishwashers use between 20-30 gallons per wash and washing machines use between 40-55 gallons.
Challenge: Hold off on running these appliances during and shortly after storms. This is because waste-water treatment plants need to process large quantities of water during storms and this is a way to ease the burden and prevent untreated discharges.
For More Information:
http://www.epa.gov/watersense/index.htm
http://www1.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/laundry.html
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