Rainwater Collection
Rainwater harvesting is a method of collecting, storing and processing rainwater for various consumption and use. Rainwater harvesting provides benefits such as water supply for both potable and non-potable uses and it helps mitigate flooding and water supply shortages.
Rainwater Harvesting
As of the present, more and more urban centers and cities in our country like Quezon City, Mandaluyong , Cebu among others , Davao, Iloilo, have taken the initiative to adapt and implement Green programs that requires the installation and utilization of a Rainwater Harvesting Systems. The Green Building Code prepared by the government through the DPWH is another program that shows a growing commitment and realization by our government on the benefits of this Green Technology. Rainwater Harvesting not only saves money but also helps mitigate urban floodings.
Rainwater Injection
One good option is the reinjection of rainwater to an underground well through sand filters. This scheme which saves space help save rainwater from being wasted to the sea and to evaporation. The water in the well can be pumped up for domestic purposes.
Rainwater Collection System
The best option is the provision of an underground cistern with filters and baffles to further filter rainwater from the roof and the gutters through sedimentation. The capacity of this tank should be equal larger to or that of the calculated size of the domestic water tank.
Save water for our Future Children <3