Consumers have an important role to play.
But despite these state laws and federal ones like Superfund, the Safe Drinking Water Act, and the Clean Water Act, many reports indicate ground water degradation is increasing. Since prevention continues to be a low priority for government decisionmakers, it is up to the rest of us to protect our water sources. You Can Take To Prevent Water Pollution Choose natural household cleaners like borax, ammonia, vinegar, and baking soda. They are less expensive than their more toxic counterparts and work just as well. Never pour toxic chemicals down the drain, on the ground, or in the trash.