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1. Run a full dishwasher instead of handwashing
2. Compost to reduce disposal use
3. Reuse cooking water
4. Steam rather than boil vegetables
5. Soak rather than rinse your pots and pans
6. Take quick showers rather than baths
7. Turn off the faucet as you brush
8. Only flush when necessary
9. Install a high-efficiency toilet
10. Check pipes and appliances for leaks regularly
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11. Use cold water for your washes
12. Run full loads
13. Reuse towels before washing
14. Upgrade your appliances
15. Hang your clothes on a drying rack
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16. Maintain your irrigation system
17. Plant native and drought-tolerant plants
18. Add mulch to your garden or lawn
19. Use a broom to clean driveways and sidewalks
20. Collect rainwater in a barrel
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