12 Questions
What is rainwater harvesting?
The process of collecting and storing rainwater for future use
Where can rainwater be collected from for rainwater harvesting?
Roofs of buildings, houses, and other catchments
In which areas can rainwater be an important source of water supply?
Where rain is well distributed throughout the year and where surface and groundwater are scarce
What is a cistern in the context of rainwater harvesting?
A watertight tank where rainwater is stored
What type of roof material should be excluded for rainwater harvesting due to health concerns?
Fibro-cement roof
Why does rainwater harvesting require strong community participation?
To ensure proper maintenance of cisterns and catchment areas
What is a key benefit of rainwater harvesting?
Reduces the runoff and flooding of storm water drains
Which factor determines the amount of water that can be collected in a year?
The annual rainfall and collecting area
What should be bypassed and filtered in rainwater harvesting to ensure water quality?
The first 5 to 10 minutes of rainwater
Why is it recommended to treat the cistern after every rain in rainwater harvesting?
To improve the quality of the stored water
What is the impact of rainwater harvesting on ground water level?
It increases the ground water level
What does rainwater harvesting help mitigate?
Flooding of roads and low-lying areas
Learn about rainwater harvesting, the process of collecting and storing rainwater to augment existing water supply systems. Understand its importance as a water source in areas with limited surface and groundwater.
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