REPORT ON RAINWATER HARVESTING

Introduction:

Rainwater harvesting is a simple method by which rainfall is collected for future

usage. The collected rainwater may be stored, ​utilized​ in different ways or directly
used for recharge purposes. Rain water harvesting is a technique of collection and
storage of rainwater into natural reservoirs or tanks​. It is simply collecting, storing
and purifying the naturally soft and pure rainfall that falls upon your roof​.

Objective:

1. To reduce run off loss

2. To avoid flooding of roads
3. To meet the increasing demand of water
4. To reduce groundwater contamination

System diagram:

Process description:

The six basic components of a Rainwater Harvesting system include:

● Catchment: roof surface to collect the rainwater.
● Conveyance: channels or pipes from roof or catchment area to storage.
● Roof washing: ‘first flush’ diverter system to filter and remove
contaminants.
● Purification: includes filtration, ozone or UV light to purify the collected
rainwater for potable use.
● Storage: collected rainwater is securely stored in tanks.
● Distribution: a system that delivers the rainwater, usually including a small
pump and pressure tank.
Application:
● Rainwater harvesting systems are capable of providing stand alone supplies
or supplementary water supplies, for potable or non potable use.
● Rainwater harvesting helps utilities reduce peak demands during the summer
months, saving treated water for more important and appropriate water uses.
● While rainwater can be a perfect primary water source for many uses and
situations, it is also a great backup water supply for emergency situations.
● It is an excellent source of water for plants and landscape irrigation since it
has no chemicals such as fluoride and chloramines.