How to prevent water pollution?

Install a water efficient toilet. In the meantime, put a brick or 1/2 gal container in the standard toilet tank to reduce water use per flush. Run the dishwasher or clothes washer only when you have a full load. This conserves electricity and water. Use the minimum amount of detergent and/or bleach when you are washing clothes or dishes. read more

Stop these pollution streams on your own property by using gravel, paver stones, wood, or other porous materials whenever possible. If a hard surface is unavoidable (say, in the case of a driveway), dig a shallow trench along the border and add plants or gravel to catch the runoff before it travels too far. read more

How to Reduce Water Pollution. Three Methods: Changing Your Household Habits Keeping Your Yard Pollution-Free Expanding Your Reach Community Q&A. Water is one of the world's most important resources, and we can all do our part to stop it from getting polluted. read more

Install a water efficient toilet. In the meantime, put a brick or 1/2 gal container in the standard toilet tank to reduce water use per flush. Run the dishwasher or clothes washer only when you have a full load. read more