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Wondering whether rainwater harvesting makes sense? Let us help you decide!
Little explorers of the world love to ask their parents questions. Why is the sky blue, why is water wet or what is that smog when dragons appear in fairy tales? It is important to try to answer questions that are difficult for us and to reinforce our curious ones' desire to learn about the world.
Rainwater harvesting is an increasingly popular practice with numerous benefits for both the environment and the household budget. Rainwater is considered one of the purest natural waters as it contains oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, mineral salts and microorganisms. Although it is not suitable for drinking, it has a wide range of economic and industrial uses.
What are the specific benefits of using rainwater? Let's look at the issue from the garden owners' point of view.
- Rainwater has a low calcium concentration and will therefore not leave sediment, unlike tap water.
- It is characteristically acidic in pH. Which means magnolias, hydrangeas or heather will be delighted!
- It assimilates very well in the garden because it contains minerals that are liked by plants.
Reduce your water consumption bills
Rainwater harvesting allows significant savings in tap water consumption. It can reduce water bills by up to 50 per cent. Furthermore, installing a rainwater harvesting system is not complicated or expensive. You can invest in:
- Above-ground tanks: easy to install and available in various sizes.
- Subsurface systems: larger tanks that are hidden underground, ideal for those who want to save space.
Opt for rainwater, save tap water
Using rainwater is an eco-friendly solution that helps to conserve the water resources of our entire planet. Every litre of rainwater you use is a litre of tap water that stays in nature. This is particularly important in the context of the world's dwindling drinking water supply.
Rainwater - what can it be used for?
Rainwater can also be used in the home for:
- Car wash: Leaves no streaks as it does not contain chlorine.
- Laundry: used in washing machines, it reduces the amount of detergent used.
- Flushing toilets: significantly reduces tap water consumption.
How to get started? Starting rainwater harvesting does not require a lot of money. To begin with, an above-ground tank that can be connected to the gutter is sufficient. As the need and opportunity arises, the system can be expanded with additional tanks or filter systems.
The collection and use of rainwater reduces the use of water. Not only our wallet will be happy about this. The planet, too, will be grateful to you, because you are managing its water resources in an ecological way.
