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Reuse water leftover after common household uses to water plants instead of pouring it down the drain (e.g. from a double broiler, washing produce, steaming vegetables, cooking pasta, soaking beans, soaking frozen meat in its packaging, etc.). Transfer leftover water to a watering can for later use. Make sure water is cool before using it to water plants.

Use the dishwasher only for full loads for the most efficient water use. If you have a small number of dishes or pans to clean, wash them by hand. You'll save the most water by filling a basin with just three to four inches of water, stacking the dishes as you wash them and then rising them quickly under a light stream of water.