May 23, 2019

What are the Benefits of Water Conservation?

Since 71% of the earth is covered in water, some people can’t help but wonder: Why should we conserve?

Here are a few important facts about water on this planet from the U.S. Department of Interior’s Bureau of Reclamation:

  • Ninety-seven percent of all water on the earth is salt water, which is not suitable for drinking.
  • Only 3% of water on Earth is fresh water, and only 0.5% is available for drinking.
  • The other 2.5% of fresh water is locked in ice caps, glaciers, the atmosphere, soil, or under the earth’s surface, or is too polluted for consumption

    With growing population rates and such a small percentage of all the water on Earth fit for consumption, it only makes sense that we must preserve and conserve this precious resource.

    Water conservation means using our limited water supply wisely and caring for it properly. Since each of us dependsĀ on water to sustain life, it is our responsibility to learn moreĀ about water conservation and how we can help keep our sources pure and safe for generations to come.

    In other words, water conservation is not a job that is reserved for scientists, hydrologists, foresters, wildlife managers, city planners, farmers, or mine owners. Instead, it is up to each and every one of us to conserve water. https://www.thebalancesmb.com/conservation-efforts-why-should-we-save-water-3157877

3 Comments

  1. Blanche
    1 October, 2021

    It’s nearly impossible to find knowledgeable
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  2. Maricruz
    8 October, 2021

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    • Mary Ndirangu
      9 October, 2021

      Kindly elaborate so we can give you the correct answer to your question.

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