Inefficiency

Whilst many South Australians have adopted water conservation measures there is a lot that can be done to use water more efficiently.

In many ways, the community’s use of water is often inefficient and results in a lot of water being wasted. Examples include evaporation of dam water on farms, inefficient irrigation methods, or excessive watering of domestic lawns and gardens.

All of us have a role to play in using water more efficiently. Consider buying water efficient appliances, learn about water efficient gardening, or just think about your use of water in and around the home.

For more information:
Gardening
Water Efficient Gardening Forum (Adelaide)
SA Water Gardening Guide
Smart Water Use in the Garden
Micro Irrigation
Water Wise Gardens
Managing your soil
Wise Plant Selection
Garden irrigation, automatic timers and controllers
Lawns
Water efficient gardening and landscaping
How to identify water efficient plants

Water efficient appliances
Water Services Association
Buyers guide to saving water
Water Efficient Products

Using water more efficiently
Archicentre
SA Water – Your Guide to Slow the Flow
Your Home – Consumer Guide

Water wise home design
Visit archicentre website
Rainwater tanks