Definition
of Rain Harvesting
Rain harvesting is a system that collects rainwater from where it falls rather
than allows it to drain away.
It includes water that is collected within the boundaries of a property the roof
and surrounding surfaces.
Benefits of rain harvesting
Benefits of rain harvesting are many, rain water harvesting replaces some of the
water we use. 1/3 of our household water is in the flushing of toilets on
average a 3o% to 50% saving can be made when rainwater is used for toilets,
washing machine and the garden, this is a large saving if you are on a water
meter. The saving to our household water in using in the garden is also
substantial depending on the size of garden and usage. Rain harvesting also
conserves the water in droughts and reduces run – off into the stormwater
drainage system.