From flushing the loo to making a brew and everything else we do each day, we're constantly using water in our homes.
The south east of England is one of the most water-stressed areas in the country. With the growing population, more homes being built, and the effects of climate change, we all need to save water where we can - to make sure there's enough to keep the taps flowing for everyone, and for our trees, plants and wildlife to flourish.
The Earth is made of more than 70 per cent water, but only one per cent of it can sustainably be converted into safe drinking water.
Save water at home
We've got a bucket load of ideas on how to save water at home, whatever the weather.
It really is easier than you might think. If we all make just a few small changes to our everyday routines, it really will make a difference. Not just to how much water you use, but to the cost of your household bills too!

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Use mulch, bark or SwellGel to hold onto moisture in your garden. In summer, water plants early morning or late evening when it's cooler, with less chance of water evaporating.
Why save water?
Save money
Around 18% of energy consumption in UK homes is spent heating water, and about 12% of a typical gas-heated home’s heating bill is from the water for showers, baths and the hot water tap.
Protect water supplies
We take the water we need to treat and supply from rivers and chalk aquifers. It's important we strike a healthy balance between taking the water needed for our customers, while leaving enough for the environment to thrive.
The environment
Using less water means there is less water being taken out of our rivers and reservoirs, especially as demands are rising. This protects our raw water resources and the wildlife within.
Climate change
With hotter summers and drier winters, water is becoming increasingly vulnerable to scarcity. By 2050, the amount of water available could be reduced by 10-15%, with some rivers seeing 50%-80% less water during the summer months.
