Take steps to prepare for climate change

As mentioned in the previous section, warmer weather and heatwaves are becoming more common. 

 With less water filling rivers and reservoirs, combined with increased evaporation in the summer, there is less water to go around when it is needed most.

Some simple changes at home can help to save water (and money!):

• Shaving two minutes off the average 10 minute shower saves £73 on water and energy bills a year and 20 litres of water, per person.
• Reducing the number of weekly washing machine cycles by two, could save you £46 on water and energy bills. 
• Leaky loos on average waste 200-400 litres a day and can add £100’s to your yearly bill.
• A running tap uses up to nine litres of water a minute - turn yours off while you brush your teeth. 
• Use a bowl in the sink to wash your fruit, veg and dishes. Plus you can use the leftover water to give your plants a drink or wash the patio! 
• Collecting rainwater off your roof into a water butt is a great way to save water. And your plants prefer fresh rain over treated water! 

Visit Thames Water’s website to see if you could save more water and money on your bills.