Latest Rainwater harvesting News
Stormsaver launches Monsoon rainwater harvesting system for domestic properties
Rainwater harvesting works by taking the rain from roofs, filtering out leaves and debris, and then storing the water in a main storage tank, which can then be used for internal uses, such as in washing machines and toilet flushing, as well as outside uses like garden watering and vehicle washing. Stormsaver has launched its Monsoon® range for domestic properties which guarantees users up to a 50% reduction in their water bills. “With mains... [more]
Eco hotel on Jekyll Island preserves the natural environment of the island
The 138-room Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island opened in January 2010, the first new hotel to be built on the island in 35 years. New Castle Hotels & Resorts and co-developers Jekyll Ocean Oaks, LLC followed an extensive set of guidelines, adopted by the Jekyll Island Authority, that require development respect and preserve the unique natural environment and historic character of the island. Developers applied a range of conservation pra... [more]
Practical Installer puts the latest innovations in renewables under the spotlight
At Ecobuild 2010, Practical Installer will put the latest innovations in renewables under the spotlight dispelling the myth that renewable technologies are complicated and showing that, in some cases, they are more straightforward than traditional technologies. With live and interactive sessions throughout the day, including the latest solar panels being installed on a demonstration roof and experts on hand to show how easy it is to do all t... [more]
Zummer homes achieve zero dependence on fossil fuels
By incorporating eco-conscious elements behind every door, wall, floor and window and in every nook and cranny, Zummer homes achieve zero dependence on fossil fuels such as oil and natural gas and are 100% off the electrical grid. In fact, owners receive checks from the their local electric provider by selling unused electricity back to the company. Living in a green, energy free home, one with zero dependency on oil, gas or local utility comp... [more]
Green infrastructure in action
Figures produced by PricewaterhouseCoopers for CABE (Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment), the Government’s advisor on urban design show how a shift in spending from grey to green of just 0.5% in some local authorities could increase investment in urban green space by 141%. Switching public spending from ‘grey’ projects like road building and heavy engineering projects to ‘green’ schemes like street trees, parks, green roofs and... [more]
Other Rainwater harvesting news and reviews
MIT prize for harvesting the rain and sowing health in India
Harvesting rainwater sounds like a magical solution for areas suffering from seasonal droughts. But turning it into a reality for thousands of villagers in India, using networks of pipes to capture rainwater from hundreds of small roofs and feed it to underground reservoirs, is hardly a simple undertaking. After a career in corporate innovation for major companies, B.P. Agrawal put his technical ...
Development plans for BAE Samlesbury site
PLANS for a major new development at defence giant BAE have been approved by planning chiefs at Ribble Valley Borough Council.
Rainwater harvesting course to be held in Kinney County
BRACKETVILLE - A Rainwater Harvesting Workshop will be held from 1-5 p.m. on Sept. 17 at the Kinney County Civic Center, 200 E. Spring St. in Bracketville. The workshop, presented by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service, will be led by Billy Kniffen, AgriLife Extension specialist in water resources management."Billy Kniffen is an expert on rainwater harvesting and has extensive experience with ...
Sterling Ranch unveils latest plans
The Sterling Ranch development in northwest Douglas County unveiled its latest plan for a 3,400-acre community that aims to set a new standard for private development.
A metropolis with best of all worlds
KUALA LUMPUR - THE traditional fear of brain drain may or may not have evaporated. In the meantime, the nation has a new game plan of being a focal point for global citizens and possible migrants instead.
Host of attractions at Jathika Govi Sathiya exhibition
The Jathika Govi Sathiya exhibition will feature several attractions, Assistant Agriculture Director Consultant Dr Rohana Wijekoon said.
Sustainable way to combat water hardness
When everyone is looking up to the government to solve civic issues, S.K. Maheshwari, a resident of Brij Vihar in Ghaziabad, installed a rainwater harvesting well (RHW) inside his house to improve the quality of groundwater. Peeyush Khandelwal reports.
Wet Gurgaon thanks Aravali greens
Waterlogged roads, traffic snarls and overflowing sewers are someside affects of the rain that residents of the Millennium City have to face every time it pours hard, but they are not complaining.
Pix: Water scarcity hits 'wettest place' on earth
Once the 'wettest place' on earth because of the copious amounts of rainfall it received throughout the year, the beautiful town of Cherrapunjee is now struggling with an acute water shortage.
Climate change reality dawns on rural farmers
Rural folk across Zimbabwe are beginning to experience the effects of climate change, with crop yields declining as prolonged droughts and erratic rains start taking their toll.
