The average 9-minute shower uses about 100 litres of water and to offset the carbon footprint created by a year of showering alone, around 40 trees must be planted. Small changes can make a big difference, so to help raise awareness of how much water and energy is used by a typical shower in a residential setting. Triton Shower has launched a TV ad campaign to encourage consumers to reduce their shower time.
A survey by Irish Water found that 52% of the public acknowledge that they waste water and 25% of people believe that they don’t need to conserve water because of the level of rainfall in Ireland. However, with an increase in water shortages, the government reacted with increased Water Conservation Orders.
With the nation spending additional time at home over the past year, it’s unsurprising that we are using increased resources. Research commissioned by Triton Showers shows that 7 in 10 adults are now using more water and energy, compared to before the pandemic. With a 5-minute shower, you can save water, energy and money. 5 minutes is enough time to luxuriate under hot water, enough time to sing your favourite song, possibly twice; and enough time to feel you’re doing the planet some good.
Simple ways to reduce energy consumption and save water:
- Tweak your bathing habits
It may seem like a basic tactic but lowering the temperature of your shower or bath by just 1°C can have a positive impact on energy usage, particularly when you make it part of the whole family’s daily routine. You will barely notice the variance in temperature, but over the year, you will see a marked reduction in your outgoings. - Go Electric
Not only does heating water on demand via electricity prevent unnecessarily warming resources that aren’t used, but it also means you don’t need to predict usage. Whether you’re heading for a wash after a run or it is hair washing night in your household, you can rely on there always being enough hot water – from the moment you set foot into your shower, to when you emerge refreshed and revitalised.