Rainwater collection

The Debate Over Green Roofs and Rainwater Runoff

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By Dave Hilary The United States Environmental Protection Agency cites rainwater runoff to be a major contributor to pollution in our lakes, rivers, streams, and ponds. In all areas, but primarily in cities, storm runoff carries pollutants to these waters, including chemicals, grease, and gasoline. A green roof will process rainwater and use it to [...]

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Eco-Friendly Garden Watering – How to Water Wisely

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If you have a garden, then you have likely thought about your effect on the environment when you are out watering it. As more and more folks become aware that the things they do, use and throw away can all have a drastic effect on the world they live in, people are starting to look [...]

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Rainwater Harvesting – The Installation of Rain Barrels

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Many people have become concerned about their impact on the environment in recent years. One thing that people commonly do that causes water to be wasted is using a garden hose to water their plants. Most of these people likely do not realize how much water they are wasting by doing this, but there are [...]

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