Harvesting the Rain: Diverse Approaches to Sustainable Water Management

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TYPES OF RAIN WATER HARVESTING
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Here are a few methods from which we can harvest
rain water
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In-stream Storage Harvesting
Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting
Surface Runoff Hsrvesting
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Check Dam Harvesting
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Urban Rainwater Harvesting
Sub Surface Dams
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Surface Runoff Harvesting
Surface runoff harvesting involves collecting
rainwater as it flows over surfaces like
rooftops, roads, and open landscapes. Commonly,
this method utilizes gutters and downspouts to
direct rainwater into storage tanks or
reservoirs. This harvested water can be used for
various purposes, such as irrigation, flushing
toilets, or replenishing groundwater.
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Rooftop Rainwater harvesting
This method focuses on capturing rainwater that
falls on rooftops of buildings. The water is
channeled through pipes and gutters, then
directed into storage tanks. This straightforward
and cost-effective approach is widely used in
both urban and rural settings, providing a
decentralized water source for individual
households or communities.
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In-stream Storage Harvesting
In-stream storage harvesting involves the
collection of rainwater within natural or
artificial water bodies, such as ponds, lakes, or
reservoirs. These structures are strategically
placed to capture and store rainwater, helping to
recharge groundwater and maintain water
availability in surrounding areas.
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Urban Rainwater Harvesting
Tailored for urban environments, this method
integrates rainwater collection into the design
of buildings and infrastructure. It often
includes green roofs, permeable pavements, and
rain gardens, allowing urban areas to manage
stormwater effectively, reduce runoff, and
promote sustainable water use.
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Check Dam Harvesting
Check dams are barriers built across small rivers
or streams to slow down water flow and encourage
sediment deposition. Besides preventing soil
erosion, these structures also promote rainwater
infiltration, recharging aquifers and
contributing to the sustainable management of
water resources in arid and semi-arid regions.
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Sub Surface Dams
Subsurface dams are constructed underground to
capture and store rainwater beneath the Earth's
surface. These dams impound water in permeable
soils, creating an artificial aquifer. This
method helps prevent evaporation losses and
provides a sustainable source of water for
agriculture and domestic use in areas with
limited surface water storage options.
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THANKS
Address
Farmland Rainwater Harvesting System No 648,
Ground Floor,11th cross, 7th Block,
Jayanagar,Bengaluru, Karnataka - 560070
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