| Category | Daily Usage | Monthly Usage | Yearly Usage | % of Total |
|---|
The average person uses about 80-100 gallons (300-380 liters) of water per day.
Indoor water use breakdown (typical household):
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Cut your shower time by 2 minutes to save ~18 liters per shower.
Install water-efficient showerheads that use ≤ 7.5 liters per minute.
A dripping faucet can waste 3,000+ liters per year.
Dual-flush or low-flow toilets use 3-6 liters per flush vs. 9+ liters.
Run dishwashers and washing machines only when full.
Water early morning or evening to reduce evaporation.
Use native plants that require less water.
Collect rainwater for garden use.
Use a broom instead of a hose to clean driveways.
Use a bucket instead of a hose, or visit a commercial car wash that recycles water.
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Only 2.5% of Earth's water is freshwater, and less than 1% is accessible for human use.
Over 2 billion people live in countries experiencing high water stress.
Global water demand is projected to increase by 55% by 2050.
8% of global energy generation is used for pumping, treating and transporting water.
Virtual water is the hidden water used to produce food and products:
| Activity | Average Use | Efficient Use |
|---|---|---|
| Shower (8 min) | 72 liters | 36 liters (5 min low-flow) |
| Toilet Flush | 9 liters | 3-6 liters (dual-flush) |
| Teeth Brushing | 9 liters (tap running) | 1 liter (tap off) |
| Dishwashing | 20 liters (hand) | 15 liters (efficient machine) |
| Laundry | 50 liters | 35 liters (HE machine) |
Recycles wastewater into high-grade reclaimed water (NEWater) that meets 40% of water needs.
Reduced per capita water use by 50% during the Millennium Drought through strict conservation.
World leader in drip irrigation with 85% water efficiency in agriculture (vs. 50% average).
Implemented water restrictions that reduced urban water use by 25% during drought.