It's no secret that being wise with your water can save your business water, money and energy. Here are our top tips to help you do that.
Install tap aerators
Tap aerators can be added to most taps, and reduce the volume of water coming out of the tap without affecting the pressure. They can save thousands of litres of water a year in your business. You can order up to two for FREE from us here(opens in a new tab).
Harvest rainwater
Harvested rainwater can be stored on site in your business for different uses including watering plants and washing vehicles. Simply installing a water butt (or two!) onto a drainpipe will help you collect thousands of litres of otherwise wasted rainwater a year.
Use appliances mindfully
The cost of using typical office appliances including kettles and dishwashers can add up especially if used regularly. Filling the kettle to the exact amount you need and only using the dishwasher when it’s full will save water (and money on your bills too!).
Why save water?
Saving water isn't just about saving money on your water and energy bills. There are so many more benefits, including:
• Reducing your carbon footprint.
• Helping your business to comply with current and future environmental legislation.
• Improving your company's environmental performance.
• Generating positive PR.
Get your hands on some water saving freebies
We're offering all of our business customers free water saving devices. Order yours here(opens in a new tab), and start saving water, energy and money, just like hundreds of other businesses in your local area are doing.
Your action plan to be more water efficient
Here's an action plan to follow to help your business use water more effciently:
1. Find out how much water you use
Compare your bills from the previous years to see how much water you’re using. Also ask us about data logging(opens in a new tab), where we fit a small device to your meter that records your water use every hour. You can see exactly when you’re using the most water, and identify ways to save.
2. Check for leaks and drips
Fit sensors on taps and urinals to stop unnecessary waste. Are any taps dripping or leaking? One dripping tap can waste up to 60 litres of water a day - the same as seven full bathtubs. You can also order up to two tap aerators from us for FREE, here(opens in a new tab).
3. Make sure you're compliant
All businesses must comply with Part G of the Water Fittings Regulations for hot and cold water supply. This is a legal requirement. You can find out more about this here(opens in a new tab).
4. Get staff involved
Put up posters around your business and encourage everyone to meet a specific reduction target. You could also encourage staff to use the eco settings on washing machines and dishwashers, as well as use the single flush on toilets.
5. Check your meter for leaks
Turn off all the taps on your premises and check your water meter. If the numbers are still moving on the display, you might have a leak on your supply pipe. Leaks can go unnoticed and cause thousands of pounds of damage, so it's important to find and fix any as quickly as possible.
6. Measure your progress
Once you've made changes, compare your old water bills to your new ones to see how much water you’ve saved. Share savings and progress regularly with your team for motivation, and to encourage long term behaviour change.