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Shower Meters Could Slash England's Water Shortfall by 43%

3/20/2026

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University of Surrey researchers say installing shower meters could help England meet its projected five billion-litre daily water shortfall by 2055.
The meters activate a timer when the shower starts and could cut water use by up to 43%.
Researchers note people often shower without considering time, leading to excessive water use.
They advocate awareness and voluntary adoption, cautioning that mandatory regulations could provoke resistance.

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University of Surrey researchers say installing shower meters could help England meet its projected five billion-litre daily water shortfall by 2055.
The meters activate a timer when the shower starts and could cut water use by up to 43%.
Researchers note people often shower without considering time, leading to excessive water use.
They advocate awareness and voluntary adoption, cautioning that mandatory regulations could provoke resistance.