The average person uses 120-140 gallons per day, but really needs much less. Using less water saves energy and money now and saves water for our future generations. Water born diseases still occur. Nitrates are found in many local wells and can be dangerous to infants and others. Uses safe household cleaners and disposes of waste properly.
Some chemicals can be harmful to septic systems and sewers.
Trash is dangerous to swimmers, boaters, and wildlife. It can cut, entrap, and pollute. Plants native or other low maintenance trees, shrubs and flowers. Landscaping can be beautiful, need less water, care or pesticides and leaves more time to enjoy rivers, woods, lakes and parks. Makes sure that nothing from the yard or driveway will enter a storm sewer.