How much water do we each day day, each year? This graphic gives you the answer, and break it down by specific use (Shower, faucet, toilet, clothes washing, other)
Hello Everyone!
The other day in the KSDG office, we were chatting about water use and how crazy it is that we can use so much water so quickly! Things like toilets, showers, and sinks use way more water than necessary. And there’s not a lot of clean water left on the planet.
After thinking about the thousands of gallons of water we waste each day, I decided to look into researching exactly how much water we really do use during our day-to-day activities. Using the data I found, I made the below graphic to illustrate how dependent on water we are for various daily activities.
Who would think that a simple flush could cause so much water to literally go down the drain? The most astonishing part of this graph is the fact that we use so much water for our toilets!
It’s not something we like to talk about or think about–toilets are a taboo subject, but if we’re going to really make a difference environmentally, we have to be willing to face each piece of the equation in sustainability. When building sustainable homes, KSDG is faced with the challenge of ensuring that every part of the home meets sustainable standards – and green-friendly toilets are definitely something KSDG considers when designing homes. We’re on the lookout for the simplest, most aesthetically pleasing solutions to these issues.
Happy sustainable living!
- Emily
