ATLANTA - Oct. 30, 2007 - Incorporating these small changes into your daily life can make a significant impact on the environment, as well as on your monthly water bill.

• Run your washing machine and dishwasher only when they are full. Doing so can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.

• Time your shower to keep it under 5 minutes. Doing so can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.

• If your shower can fill a one-gallon bucket in less than 20 seconds, replace it with a water-efficient shower head.

• Keep a container of water in the refrigerator instead of running the tap, reducing water that may go down the drain.

• Wash your produce in the sink or a pan that is partially filled with water instead of running water from the tap.

• Use a glass for rinse water when brushing teeth instead of letting the faucet run. Shave the same way. An electric razor also saves water.

• Use the garbage disposal sparingly. Compost instead and save gallons every time. 8 Check for leaks. Here’s one way: Put a few drops of food coloring in your toilet tank. If it seeps into the toilet bowl, you have a leak. Repairing that leak can save more than 600 gallons a month.

• Since we use lots of water to generate electricity, remember to continue your energy conservation practices. Turn off the lights when leaving a room and adjust your thermostat when you are not home.

• Check your water meter and bill to track your water usage.

For more information on water conservation in Georgia, visit http://www.conservewatergeorgia.net/.