A Strategic Framework for Rainwater Harvesting

Ward, Sarah

Abstract

© 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. Rainwater harvesting (RWH) systems facilitate the collection, filtration and storage of runoff, usually from roof catchments. The stored rainwater is then either gravity-fed or pumped to supply non-potable points of use within a building to save highly treated potable water. Utilisation of RWH systems could become increasingly important under scenarios of rising population and climate change, as potable water resources are put under pressure and as the cost of water may increase. The aim of the research described in this chapter was to fill some of the socio-technical knowledge gaps in relation to RWH system implementation and utilisation in the specific context of the UK. The research utilised a range of methods to collect, analyse and interpret data and evidence, from a number of local, national and international case studies, which resulted in the formulation of a vision and strategy for RWH in the UK.

Citation

Ward, S., Barr, S., Memon, F. A., & Butler, D. (2013). A Strategic Framework for Rainwater Harvesting. Wiley. https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118456613.ch12

• Online Publication Date: Dec 27, 2013
• Publication Date: Dec 18, 2013
• Deposit Date: Jan 20, 2020
• Pages: 209-227
• ISBN: 9781118456576
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118456613.ch12
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/3666731