While the Earth has a constant amount of water that cycles through the system, there are several reasons we must still save water. First, not all water is accessible - most is saltwater and some freshwater is locked up in ice or flows underground. Additionally, the world's population is growing and polluting more water, reducing the amount available for human use to only 1% of total freshwater. Proper conservation techniques like turning off taps when not in use can save substantial amounts of water on a daily basis.