Interesting facts about rainwater harvesting
Water is a precious resource and as the world population expands, it is becoming scarce. We cannot afford to waste water. As the scarcity of this resource begins to effect us commercially, we need to react positively. One very cost effective and economical way to conserve this extremely important resource is rainwater harvesting. Water is delivered free to our property through rain, yet we don’t make use of this gift! This rain water can then be used for purposes like drinking, feeding livestock or for irrigation.
Rainwater harvesting provides several advantages. Rainwater harvesting systems are usually simple to install and very easy to maintain. Supplying water at the point of consumption is a huge benfit often overlooked, especially for domestic consumption as the quality is acceptable. With the right system and precautions, the quality of water can be protected against the elements. It is important if you are planning to use water collected for drinking, that the system protect the collected water from dust and other airborne debris.
Rainwater harvesting is possible only if there is an appropriate tank of the right size and design to hold the collected water. The rainwater harvesting tank must be optimally enclosed so that the water does not get contaminated and remains fit for human consumption. The rainwater harvesting tank should have a tight cover to prevent the growth of algae and breeding of insects and mosquitoes. There are companies which provide commercial rainwater harvesting tanks that are strong, versatile and cost effective. With improved technology, these rainwater harvesting tanks are portable and can be easily moved from one place to another and can be easily assembled without external or professional help.
Small rainwater harvesting tanks are available for domestic use, but larger tanks are purpose built for commercial rainwater collection. Often the water that lands on factory roofs simply slips away. Large steel rainwater harvesting tanks are the best option to capture this valuable asset. This water can then be used to cool machinery, flush toilets or even service water features within landscaped gardens.
We cannot afford to turn our backs on the facts that state: water is becoming a scarce resource and with some plnning, rainwater harvesting can save you money.
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