Uisce Éireann today has renewed its appeal to the public to conserve water as the warm weather continues and demand increases.
There are no plans to introduce general water restrictions or hosepipe bans, but the public has been asked to help play their part in protecting essential water supplies.
Today’s call from Uisce Éireann comes as over half of Irish households still admit to wasting water.
Simple water saving tips include checking water consuming appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers for any plumbing issues, keep a jug of water in the fridge rather than letting the tap run cold, which could save six litres per day.
Other ways of saving water include making sure the tap is off while brushing teeth, which can save 84 litres of water a week and reducing shower time by 60 seconds, saving up to 120 litres of water every week.
Margaret Attridge, Uisce Éireann’s Head of Water Operations, said: “We are experiencing a warm, dry, spell of weather this week, and, while it is great to see after a particularly wet summer, this brings its own unique set of challenges.
“Many of us will be enjoying these warm evenings in our gardens, however, it is important to remain conscious of our water usage habits throughout the year, regardless of the weather.”
