Now more than ever people are looking for ways to conserve the earth’s fast thinning resources. The world is amazingly beautiful, but efforts must be done towards water consumption. Water tanks are simple tools that are very useful for the wise storage, use, distribution, management, and filtration of water.

Archeological finds reveal that man has always attempted to contain water. Ancient water tanks, cisterns and wells have been discovered across the globe. Many are simple containers made from wood, earth, concrete, and steel.

A water tank was clearly very helpful for early tribes and communities that had no choice but to settle in areas where water is scarce or depleted. Water tanks and water towers are still very useful and practical today. Several industries and communities in the United States and parts of Europe still pretty much depend on water tanks for their source of water.

During the Industrial Revolution, there were more water towers built than any other structure. New York’s cityscape then had more high-rise water towers than skyscrapers. This is still true in many parts of the United States.

Everybody uses water, but water is a fast diminishing natural resource, despite the fact that the planet is 70% water. Seawater is not used for human consumption. Experts say that by 2030, many developing countries will not be able to supply water to 50% of its population.

Be more mindful when using the tap. Don’t let the water run while lathering your hands or rinsing the dishes. When washing your dishes by hand, it is wise to fill one sink with wash water and another with rinse water.

Always check your sink and pipes for leaks. Use your dishwasher, as well as the clothes washer, only when they are full to save up to 1,000 gallons a month. If you don’t have plumbing skills and cannot check for leaks, simply watch your water bills and look for an unusual rises in consumption.

Don’t forget to also check your outdoor faucets, sprinklers and hoses. Also look for inefficient shower-heads or faucets and replace them right away. Simple things like these could significantly lower your bills when taken together and save water.

When watering your lawn or garden, do it in the cooler periods of the day – morning or evening to minimize evaporation. You may also split your watering time into shorter periods to allow your plants to better absorb water and avoid water from running off your lawn. Also, adjust your sprinklers so only your lawn is watered.

There are just so many simple ways of conserving water and saving the planet once you get into the habit. You will find yourself using a broom instead of a hose to clean the driveway or sidewalk, taking shorter baths (which amazingly can save 150 gallons per month if you shorten bath time for just a minute or two), routinely fixing faulty faucets, using the faucet less frequently, and storing water in water tanks. It’s time to be mindful of the planet and of man’s future.