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A rainwater harvesting system comprises components of various stages - transporting rainwater through pipes or drains, filtration, |
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The components of rainwater harvesting systems include:
(1) catchment
(2) conveyance or conduit system
(3) first flush
(4) filters
(5) storage or recharge system
(1) Catchment
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Doing Rainwater Harvesting: FAQs
1. What is RWH and why should I do it?
It simply means catching and holding rain where it falls and using it. You can store it in tanks or you can use it to recharge groundwater. Doing RWH has the following benefits:
- Meet household water needs especially during periods of scarcity. Rainwater is the purest form of water that doesn’t contain impurities like fluoride, arsenic, etc.
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