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Let's unite and make a splash as we head into Water Saving Week, starting from May 27! Did you know this environmental observance was first launched by Waterwise back in 2015? Its origin is rooted in the idea of encouraging people to use water more efficiently to maintain a sustainable future. As we understand the growing importance of conserving water, this week acts as a reminder to value each and every drop. So, mark your calendars and plunge into actions that save water because every drip and droplet counts towards preserving our planet!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of Water Saving Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>Waterwise, a UK-based water efficiency organization, launches the inaugural Water Saving Week to increase water conservation awareness.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Collaborations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Waterwise partners with other organizations and businesses during the second annual Water Saving Week, increasing the event's reach and impact.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Defining Daily Themes</div><div class='timeline-text'>Water Saving Week introduces daily themes to focus on specific aspects of water conservation, enhancing public engagement with the campaign.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Community Involvement Amplifies</div><div class='timeline-text'>More communities get involved in the initiative, organizing local events to promote water conservation during Water Saving Week.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Digital Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Water Saving Week amplifies its digital presence ensuring continuation of the advocacy amidst the crisis.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Limit your shower time</h3><p class='facts-text'>Make an active effort to reduce your showering time by 1 or 2 minutes. You'd be surprised how much water you can save in just one week with this small change!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Track your water usage</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use a water calculator or monitor to track the amount of water you and your family consume daily. This will raise awareness about your usage pattern and will help address any areas for improvement.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Use rainwater for garden</h3><p class='facts-text'>Invest in a rain barrel to collect rainwater, and use it to water your plants. This not only saves tap water, but is also better for your plants as rainwater is naturally soft.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Fix leakages immediately</h3><p class='facts-text'>Any dripping taps, leaking toilets, or other faulty plumbing fixtures should be fixed immediately. A simple leak can waste gallons of water over a short time period.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Promote water conservation</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use your social media platforms to promote water conservation tips and tricks throughout the Water Saving Week. The more people aware and involved, the bigger the change can be!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a valuable educational opportunity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Water Saving Week presents the perfect chance to educate ourselves and others about the importance of conserving water. It raises our awareness of how much water we use daily and how simple changes can make a big difference in reducing waste and protecting our environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages us to take action</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Participating in Water Saving Week challenges us to be more conscious of our water usage and prompts us to make minor alterations in our daily routines, like fixing leakages immediately or reducing shower times, in order to conserve water.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes community involvement</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Water Saving Week creates a sense of community unity by encouraging everyone to come together for a common cause. It gives everyone the chance to pitch in and promote water conservation on social media or within their neighborhood, garnering bigger change as more people get involved.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Less than 1% of all water on Earth can be used by humans</h3><p class='facts-content'>Of all the water in the world, only 2.5% is freshwater, but less than 1% of that amount is accessible for use by humans, plants, and animals, making conservation paramount.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Running tap water for over a minute can waste up to 6 litres of water</h3><p class='facts-content'>Something as simple as brushing your teeth with the tap running can lead to massive water waste over time. A habit change could make a considerable contribution to water conservation.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Almost 700 million people lack access to clean water</h3><p class='facts-content'>Water scarcity affects one in ten people globally. This crisis underlines the need for sustainable water management and consumption.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Agriculture consumes 70% of global freshwater</h3><p class='facts-content'>This paints a picture of the intertwined relationship between food production and water supply. Efficient irrigation methods and sustainable farming strategies can help save significant amounts of water.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>It takes up to 200 liters of water to produce a single liter of bottled water</h3><p class='facts-content'>This staggering statistic highlights the inefficiency and waste involved in bottled water production and underscores the importance of using refillable containers.</p></div></div>
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