The water company is appealing to us to make the most of May’s mixed bag of weather by collecting rainwater, making your garden more sustainable and your bills more affordable. That's the message from Wessex Water this Water Saving Week (May15 to 19), Waterwise’s annual drive to encourage us to reduce our ‘water footprint’ and ensure there is enough for everyone and the environment. Watering cans are more efficient at targeting the roots of outdoor plants, while installing a water butt means it is easy to collect the rainwater that even houseplants prefer. A Wessex Water spokesperson said: “Keeping tabs on the water you use in the home and garden makes financial sense, especially if you’re on a meter or regularly using the washing machine and other appliances that impact your energy costs. Wessex Water fixes more than 1,000 leaks every month and has reduced leakage by 30 per cent in the last 20 years, while its long-term water resources management plan ensures further steps are being taken to meet demand from 2025 to 2080.

Source: Express May 15, 2023 15:16 UTC