Conservation Of Water

Why is conservation of water important?

More than 70% of the earth is covered by water. Though the percentage of water is more, you will be
shocked to know that only 1% of fresh water is available to mankind. Around 2/3rd of the world’s population
has absolutely no access to clean water.
How could we face a shortage of something falling so freely from the sky?
Some of the reasons behind the scarcity of water are:
1. Cities, industries and agriculture competing to acquire water bodies and water resources
2. Increased pollution of water bodies
3. Increased population and usage of water
4. Deforestation and climate change
Fresh, clean water is limited in nature. Protecting the ecosystem from further damage is essential for the
betterment of all the living species on earth. Therefore, conservation of water is highly important and each
of us has a major role in preserving it.
What does Conservation of Water mean?
Conservation of water refers to the preservation, control, development and management of water and its
resources. It is the strategies and activities made to manage freshwater and protect the water environment.

Let us see some simple ways for the conservation of water

1. Use water wisely
You might not be facing a shortage of water in your house/school, but that does not mean that you
don’t care about using it wisely. Do not keep the taps open when not in use; turn off the taps while
you are still brushing your teeth. Do not run more water than necessary while washing your hands,
clothes, utensils, etc. Make sure the unused/collected water is used for other purposes like
cleaning, washing, gardening etc. than letting it run down your washrooms.
2. Check and fix all the leaks
Do not let a break in the pipe or a crack in the wall unattended. Fix them as soon as possible to
avoid water leakage and wastage.
3. Take shorter showers
This is one of the ways to cut down on the over usage of water. Do not prolong your showers for it is
fun to be under flowing water. You can have the pleasure of it while it rains.
4. Do not water your plants in the rainy season
Now, this is something that we need to understand and follow. Our plants and trees need not be
watered during the rainy seasons as they can hold the rainwater for long and can also absorb the
moisture present in the air due to the weather.
There are several other ways to conserve water, but these are a few simple ways you can follow at
home/school. Along with this, you can also create awareness about conservation of water among your
society, friends, family, study-mates, etc. Conservation of water really matters as it saves life on earth.