World Water Use
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Water Facts
- Two thirds of our planet is covered by water.
- 97.5% of the water is saltwater.
- 66% of the human body is made up of water
- We should drink at least 1½ litres of water a day.
- At just 2% dehydration your performance decreases by around 20%.
- 80% of illnesses in developing countries is caused by water related diseases.
- The number of people with access to clean water has doubled in the last 20 years.
- 1.1 billion people in the world still do not have access to safe water. This is nearly 20% of the population.
- The UN estimates that by 2025, 75% of the world population won't have reliable, clean water.
How to save water
- An average bath uses 80 litres, an average shower only uses 35 litres.
- Don't leave the tap running when you clean your teeth.
- Put a water bottle filled with water in your cistern to save water each time you flush the toilet.
- Collect rain water in a water butt to water your garden.
- Wash your car less often.
How much water do you use?
Bath - 80 litres
Cup or glass - 0.25 litre
Shower - 35 litres
Washing up bowl - 6 litres
Cleaning teeth - 2 litres
Dishwasher - 55 litres
flushing toilet - 9.5 litres
Washing machine - 120 litres
Cooking pan - 1 litre
Garden hose - 10 litres per minute
Facts from WaterAid, Oxfam CoolPlanet and UN Websites
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