A RESPONSIBLE COMMUNITY
A growing concern within our community is the increasing consumption of resources such as water and electricity, as well as the inevitably production of excessive waste being sent to the Singleton Waste Management Facility each year.
As a community, we can reduce our consumption by:
- Watering down our usage
- Install AAA-rated water-saving showerheads
- Install a rainwater tank and keep it regularly maintained
- Install a dual flush toilet or smart devices that allow your flush to only last as long as you hold the button
- Fix leaking taps immediately
- Use a broom and bucket to clean outdoor areas rather than a hose
- Use your time in the shower more efficiently
- Wash your car on the lawn and water the grass at the same time
- Mulching the garden is a great way to reduce evaporation and water run-off. Good quality mulch will also provide nutrients and reduce weed growth
- Hose the garden before 10am or after 4pm. This avoids the hottest part of the day when water wastage occurs due to evaporation. Watering-cans can be used at anytime, as can filling a bucket, washing a vehicle, building or pet, or topping up/ filling a swimming pool, provided a trigger nozzle or pressure cleaner is used.
Install a rainwater tank for garden use.