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- The hours of waiting for water in front of community taps comes at a social cost. The time spent in waiting can impact on their livelihoods and health. To find out the real cost of free water, try this interactive spreadsheet provided by David Foster, a water policy specialist with the Administrative Staff College of India, in Hyderabad. Click Here
- We use water for various purposes, but how many of us know how much water is consumed for different activities. To get an idea about where your water goes, and to assess if you can modify your water consumption patterns to optimize water usage, use this water consumption calculator developed by CSGNetwork.com. Click Here
- Drinking water is generally regarded as good for health. At the same time, if water is consumed considering various factors, such as the person's health and weight, then consumption of water is even more beneficial. About.com:Nutrition.has developed a hydration calculator which indicates the quantity of water to be consumed. The site also guides on ways to consume water in order to optimize its benefits. Click Here
- Replacing part of your lawn with water wise plants can save upto 40 gallons of water per day. Or turning the water off while brushing can save 8 gallons per day. Save Our Water has developed helpful tools such as water savings calculator to find out how much water you can save. Click Here
- For an enriching overview of India’s traditional and scientific water harvesting systems, click on Sri Anupam Mishra’s
‘Aaj Bhi Khare Hai Talaab’ in Hindi and ‘The Radiant Raindrops Of Rajasthan’ (English), or ‘Rajasthan Ka Rajat Boonde’ (Hindi) on rainwater harvesting in the harsh Thar desert of Rajasthan.
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