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As the globe warms and potentially becomes drier, water wastage is

getting more attention as it is discovered that much of the time too

much water is being consumed. To ensure adequate water supplies

in the future, we need to ensure we use it efficiently so there’s

enough to go around and enough to satisfy the most essential

human needs.

The materials that use the most water are things like textiles and

garments, so any ways to consciously reduce water usage in these

areas is welcome. For example, some retailers and fashion

designers (H&M and Stella McCartney) are committing themselves

to farmers and suppliers who use more sustainable methods. This

can also be extended to the administrative side of a crafter’s

business as every page of A4 paper takes over 5 litres of water to

produce, so managing accounts, advertising and so on in a digital

manner could help cut down on wastage. A further benefit to saving

water is that in many countries water is a chargeable commodity

and must be paid for, therefore the less that’s used the less a

crafter needs to pay.

Ways of saving water may include,

Turning off the tap when performing such activities as cleaning.

Fixing leakages when they are discovered.

Using a plug or bowl to reduce the amount of water used.

Using materials that aren’t so water intensive.

Collecting and harvesting rainwater.

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