07-14-2008, 12:08 PM
Punamom,
To go back to the origin of the thread, sometimes the most simple thing will give quick relief, and add to a long-term solution. Lots of simple things amount to big impacts, and prepare us for when things get really tough.
We have great solar water, but still pay very close attention to its use, especially in cloudy weather. It's not just Helco, but it's also (long-term) water usage.
I don't have the statistics at hand (Damon, where are you??), but I bet if you convert those 5 baths to 5 showers, you'll save lots. Not as much fun for kids who love splashing in tubs full of warm water, though. Get low-flow shower heads, enforce the 3-minute rule (get a timer), and you'll get savings. My guess is that one tub of water would deal with several 3-minute showers.
still do the solar thing (whatever design works best for you), but you can also look to reasonable modifications of your habits to make significant impacts.
Jane
To go back to the origin of the thread, sometimes the most simple thing will give quick relief, and add to a long-term solution. Lots of simple things amount to big impacts, and prepare us for when things get really tough.
We have great solar water, but still pay very close attention to its use, especially in cloudy weather. It's not just Helco, but it's also (long-term) water usage.
I don't have the statistics at hand (Damon, where are you??), but I bet if you convert those 5 baths to 5 showers, you'll save lots. Not as much fun for kids who love splashing in tubs full of warm water, though. Get low-flow shower heads, enforce the 3-minute rule (get a timer), and you'll get savings. My guess is that one tub of water would deal with several 3-minute showers.
still do the solar thing (whatever design works best for you), but you can also look to reasonable modifications of your habits to make significant impacts.
Jane