Small changes at home can make a big difference. We’re here to help you reduce water waste, lower your bills, and protect the environment. Explore practical tips, community initiatives, and support schemes designed to make water-saving easy.
Top water-saving tips
- Turn off taps while brushing teeth or washing dishes – save up to 6 litres per minute.
- Use a bowl to wash vegetables instead of running water.
- Fix leaks promptly – a dripping tap can waste 5,000 litres a year.
- Only run washing machines and dishwashers with full loads.
- Take shorter showers – cutting just 1 minute saves 10 litres per person daily.
Water-efficient appliances
Upgrade to water-saving shower heads, dual-flush toilets, and low-flow taps.
Learn how to choose appliances with high water efficiency ratings and access discounts through partner schemes.
Community initiatives
- Rainwater harvesting projects and pilot schemes
- Local workshops on water conservation
- School and youth group activities promoting water awareness
Support schemes
- United Utilities support for low-income households
- Guidance on water meter installation
- Links to hardship funds and bill support
Cobalt’s commitment
We’re reducing water use in new builds and retrofits, installing efficient taps and fixtures, and using water-smart landscaping in green spaces. Our sustainability strategy includes monitoring and reporting water usage as part of our KPIs.
External resources
- United Utilities – Water for the North West
- Waterwise UK – Tips and Research
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Case studies
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