Water

Water Resilience: Protecting Life’s Essential Resource

From rivers to oceans, rainfall to groundwater, water connect and sustains us all. By taking action now—conserving water, protecting watersheds, and reducing pollution—we can ensure safe, resilient water systems for future generations.

Learn About Water Resilience

Resilience in water systems means being able to adapt, recover, and thrive through change. I will spend (___) minutes learning how people and communities build water resilience and reflect on how I can apply this knowledge.
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Listen - TedTalk Playlist: Talks on Water

Explore Resource and Actions You Can Take for Freshwater

Watch: The Worth of Water - National Geographic (10:59 mins)
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Learn About Water and Climate Change

Water is one of the most visible ways climate change impacts our lives. I will spend (___) minutes learning how climate change affects water in my region and explore actions that can help people and ecosystems adapt.
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Watering Resilience: Nature-based Solutions for Climate Adaptation in Action

Water: The Missing Link to Solve Climate Change

United Nations: Water and Climate Change
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Learn About Water Justice

Access to clean water is a basic human right, yet many communities worldwide lack it. I will spend (___) minutes learning about water justice issues and who is most affected, and share one insight in the feed.
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Learn About Global Water Issues

Watch: Explained: World's Water Crisis (18:42 mins, courtesy of Netflix)

National Geographic Society Q&A: The Global Water Gap Issue
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Understand My Water Footprint

Each of us has a water footprint, directly linked to our daily activities as well as the water required in the production of things we use each day. Understanding our water use is important for a healthy planet. I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste, then share what I learned on the feed.
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Water Footprint Calculator

The Surprising Water Footprints of 15 Common Things

Extended Water Footprint Calculator
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Save Water When Washing Dishes

Dishwashers can save water — if used wisely. I will only run the dishwasher when it’s full and skip the pre-rinse to reduce water and energy use. If I don't have a dishwasher, I will turn off the tap as often as possible while washing dishes.
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Dish Washing Tips to Save Water

Science Dishes Out an Answer on Handwashing vs. Dishwasher Debate

Guide to Sustainable Dishwashing
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Take Shorter Showers

Conserving water helps protect this precious resource. I will shorten my showers to 5 minutes to save water and reduce energy use - each time saving up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water!
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Tips for Saving Water in the Shower and Bath

Learn about Water Efficient Showerheads

Take Five Minute Showers
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Learn to Recycle Water at Home

Greywater—or lightly used household water—can sometimes be reused for tasks like watering plants or cleaning. I will learn about safe and practical ways to recycle greywater at home, school, or work.
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7 Extraordinary Ways to Recycle Water at Home

How to Recycle Water: 3 Ways to Reuse Water at Home
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Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants

Mulching helps soil hold water and reduces runoff. I will mulch the base of trees or other plants at home, school, or in my community to improve water retention and soil health.
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The Complete Guide to Mulch

The Importance of Mulching
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Collect Rain Water

Rainwater collection reduces water waste and supports local needs. I will install a rain barrel or collect rainwater to use for outdoor tasks, such as watering plants or cleaning.
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How to Create a Rain Garden

How to Make a Homemade Rain Barrel

A Beginner’s Guide to Rainwater Harvesting
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Clean Up Waterways Near You

Healthy waterways are essential for resilience. I will volunteer for (___) hours to clean or protect local rivers, lakes, wetlands, or coastal areas to support ecosystems and communities.
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How to Host a Cleanup

5 Ways to Make Your Cleanup More Sustainable

Where to find local trash cleanups
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Speak Up for Water Solutions

Communities need strong voices for water resilience. I will speak up (___) times by signing petitions, contacting leaders, or sharing information about protecting water resources.
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Take Action Library from the Ocean Conservancy

Take Action for American Rivers

Ten Solutions to the Water Crisis — and Why They Work
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Create My Own Water Action

Everyone’s water needs and use are different. I will create an action that works for my life and supports water resilience—and make my commitment public by sharing it in the feed to inspire others.
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10 Tips for Saving Water at Home

20 Ways to Conserve Water at Home: A Room-by-Room Guide

Indigenous Peoples’ Kyoto Water Declaration
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ONE-TIME ACTION
CREATE A CUSTOM ACTION

Ideally, you’ll choose at least one measurable goal so that you can measure your success but there are no limits on what you can choose—so exercise your creativity!

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