South West Water is asking customers in Cornwall to continue their efforts to save water as it prepares to end its new tariff trial, which could see a credit given to bills across the county.
The company launched its tariff trial for household customers across Cornwall in February, offering a £10 credit to each customer in Cornwall if a 5% reduction in water use is seen across the county by 5 May.
South West Water has seen customers across Cornwall respond, with demand for water reducing over the last couple of months, and the company is sharing tips on the simple steps that can help save even more.
For example, spending a couple of minutes less in the shower each day, turning off the tap while brushing your teeth, and using the dishwasher or washing machine on eco mode and only with a full load can make a big difference.
Laura Flowerdew, South West Water’s Chief Customer and Digital Officer, said: “A wet winter combined with our interventions and the efforts of our customers has allowed our reservoirs to recover well in recent months, and left us confident that there will be no need for hosepipe bans this year.
“We know our customers are passionate about conserving water and protecting the environment. Saving water doesn't only ensure we are minimising what we have to take from reservoirs and rivers, but can save money on water bills too.”
Through South West Water’s Water is Precious campaign, the company is asking all its customers, businesses and visitors to the region to use water more efficiently, and is playing its part with a £125 million investment to increase water resources.
By investing in new water sources, such as repurposed quarries, as well as continuing to drive down leakage, by 2025 it will boost the region’s resources in Cornwall by 45% and in Devon by 30%.
For more information on the tariff trial and for simple tips on how to save water in the home, visit www.southwestwater.co.uk/household/your-services/save-water/water-is-precious