Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Falcon HR Solutions Today Information:Why harvest rainwater?



Falcon HR Solutions
Today Information:Why harvest rainwater?
Today, scarcity of good quality water has become a major cause of concern. However rain water which is pure and of good quality is lost as run off.
Benefits of rainwater harvesting
Can supplement other sources of water supply such as groundwater or municipal water connections
Ability to build or farm in areas with no other water supply
High quality water - pure, free of chemicals
Lower water supply cost
Reduced flood flows and hence reduced topsoil loss
RWH is most suitable where ...
groundwater is scarce
groundwater is contaminated
terrain is rugged or mountainous
seismic & flooding events are common
the aquifer is at risk of saltwater intrusion
population density is low
electricity & water prices are rising
water is too hard or mineral laden
Rainwater may be utilized for
drinking, cooking, bathing (potable quality)
toilet flushing
washing clothes
irrigation
livestock requirements

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