Of all water consumed in the average South Australian home, approximately 11% is used in the kitchen for a variety of activities including washing the dishes, drinking, cooking and general cleaning.

Top tips to save water in your kitchen include:

• Install aerators on taps - aerators reduce the water flow and stop you using as much water.
• Choose a water efficient appliances - look for appliances bearing the Water Efficiency and Labelling Standards scheme and power efficiency labels.
• Only turn the dishwasher on when it’s full.
• When you’re running the taps waiting for water to cool down or heat up, collect the water in a jug for use on the garden.
• Turn taps off when you’re washing vegetables or your hands.
• Fix any leaks as soon as possible.
• In every wet area try to use environmentally friendly cleaning products and detergents.