Courtesy of Texas Water Utilities

Earth Day (April 22) is a good time to think about ways to protect one of our planet’s most valuable resources: water.

The best way to make sure there is enough water for future generations is to curb consumption where possible. Many people don’t think about how much water everyday items use and how quickly that can add up.

Currently, according to the Water Research Foundation, household appliances that use the most water on a daily basis include toilet...