Viral: Doctor's Four-Step Water Conservation Plan Addressing Bengaluru's Water Crisis
The doctor from Bengaluru shared strategies for conserving water at home, stating that these methods enabled her family of four to save around 600 litres of water per day.
In the midst of the ongoing water crisis in India's Silicon Valley, Bengaluru, Dr. Divya Sharma, a local doctor, has turned to Twitter to promote water conservation methods.
Dr. Sharma's advocacy highlights how her household, consisting of four members, has managed to save approximately 600 litres of water per day without impacting their lifestyle. Her insights have garnered significant interest and engagement on social media platforms.
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Four-step water conservation plan
"Small steps for water conservation at home. Though we have been extremely prudent with water usage earlier as well, there is always scope for improvement. Sharing our household experience," tweeted Dr. Divya Sharma.
Small steps for #Water conservation at home. Though we have been extremely prudent with water usage earlier as well, there is always scope for improvement. Sharing our household experience?
¡ª Dr. Divya Sharma (@divya_sharmaMD) March 17, 2024
Dr. Sharma's approach begins with a simple yet effective switch from overhead showers to bucket baths. "Shower uses ~13 litres per minute while a bucket is 20 litres. A 5 min shower vs bucket bath saves 45 ltr per person. Approximately saving: 180 litres," she explained.
Another key strategy involves the installation of aerators on all taps, resulting in a savings of approximately 360 litres of water. She further elaborated, "0-minute dish washing session now consumes ~90 litres versus ~450 litres earlier."
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To maximize water reuse, Dr. Sharma suggested repurposing RO water for mopping and gardening, saving around 30 litres per day. She also advocated for strategic usage of appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers, emphasizing full loads to minimize water wastage.
Internet users interacted with doctor on viral thread
The thread gained significant traction on social media platforms, amassing over 80,000 views within hours of posting. Followers engaged with Dr. Sharma's recommendations, offering additional suggestions and seeking clarification on the dermatological implications of bucket baths.
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"Thank you, good points! Curious - How is dermatology linked to recommending bucket baths?" inquired one user. Dr. Sharma responded, "Short bath ensures less trans epidermal water loss and preserves skin barrier."
Others joined the conversation, proposing innovative water-saving techniques and sharing their own experiences with conservation efforts. The dialogue sparked by Dr. Sharma's post underscores the growing awareness and urgency surrounding water conservation in regions facing scarcity.
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