Benefits Of Rainwater Collection

Water is the most important natural resource available to us. Water is life and at the same time, it is scarce too. Most people take water for granted in India. We waste water and do not use it responsibly. We just open the faucet and its always there. Around 70% of the globe is covered in the water out of which only 1% of water is drinkable. This states that we need to start acting on water conservation and use it more economically to save this precious resource. If we do not stop wasting water and we are afraid that in the coming years, the water demand will outstrip the supply. We are already standing at the break-even point of water supply and demand. 

There are many different ways to conserve water and rainwater collection is one of them. The monsoon has knocked on the door and this is the best time of rainwater collection. We will give you enough reasons to collect rainwater. 

Low water bills

By using collected rainwater, you can decrease the tapwater usage and replace it with a  completely free resource for many different uses such as washing the car, watering the pavements, etc. it will save your money and reduce demand on the municipal water supply. It is most beneficial for irrigation, farms, and industrial complexes as they can create significant savings and ease the burden during water shortages by collecting rainwater. 

Reduced groundwater contamination

Stormwater runoff is a significant source of groundwater pollution. Industrial waste, used oil, harmful chemicals, pesticides, and bacteria are washed directly into lakes, rivers, and other water supplies. Rainwater collection reduces the amount of runoff and reroutes to the designated plastic water storage tanks for reuse. Ultimately, the number of untreated pollutants decrease reducing the groundwater contamination.

Decreased Risk of Flood and Soil erosion

It is assumed that rainwater can reach speeds up to 20 miles per hour and throw soil up to five feet across and two feet high. One rainstorm can wash away approximately one-half inch of dirt. If rainwater is captured before it reaches the ground will reduce flooding and help to control erosion caused by runoff. 

Low Maintenance Cost

The cost of maintaining rainwater catchment is minimal. Regular cleaning and periodic inspections ensure that there are no leaks and water are ready to be used for washing the cars, watering the garden, flushing toilets, washing clothes, etc. 

Remember that rainwater is not ideal for drinking. Implement some sort of purification system before using it for drinking or personal hygiene.