Guide to Maximizing Bleach and Bleach Tank Service Life Sodium hypochlorite (bleach, NaOCl) is a strong oxidizing agent with various breakdown concerns that present specific considerations for the proper storage of this widely used chemical solution. Bleach is defined as a hazardous chemical by the U.S. EPA, and one that is capable of corrosive damage… [Read More]
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Rain Tanks Series | Collection of Rainwater Harvesting Articles
Our Rain Tanks Series posts are a collection of articles focused entirely on the practice of rainwater harvesting. In this series, we provide a detailed overview on many topics, important points, uses and applications, approaches, how-to’s, and recommendations. Rainwater harvesting practice, setups, equipment and much more will be covered in exclusive detail. Topics range from… [Read More]
Rain Tanks | A Revisit to the Water-Energy Nexus
Everyone knows we as human beings require clean, drinkable water to survive. Many, however, do not consider the electrical energy required to treat, purify and supply the water used daily by the majority of people in developed countries and cities around the world, as well as just how much water is needed.
Rain Tanks | Using a Rainwater Harvesting System for Livestock
Rainwater harvesting is the practice of collecting the precipitation that regularly falls on a property for its use as an alternative or supplemental water source and supply in water-requiring activities. In this post, livestock is used to mean all manner of cattle, poultry, swine, sheep, goats, and horses. Installing and using a rainwater harvesting system… [Read More]
Rain Tanks | Rainwater Harvesting 101
To define rainwater harvesting: rainwater harvesting is the practice of capturing rainfall and using it as an alternative water source for water-requiring activities around or inside a property. In this Rain Tanks Series: Rainwater Harvesting 101, we will look at a nearly inclusive overview of the rainwater harvesting practice, definition of terms, regularly used equipment,… [Read More]
Rainwater Harvesting – Looking beyond good ol’ conservation
There are many reasons people around the globe choose to participate in rainwater harvesting. It could be to feel a sense of satisfaction and pride for doing their part to help the planet, a desire to save money on the monthly water bill, to reduce their dependence on the municipal supply, or simply because they… [Read More]
First Rain Separator (First Flush Diverter)
It’s widely understood that the water collected from rooftop runoff can serve a variety of potable and non-potable purposes. Yet it’s important to remember roofs aren’t clean, and harvested water may accumulate Because of this, it’s recommended that rain water be filtered before it moves into the storage tank. Filtration systems range from a simple… [Read More]