Kenya: Water

Case Study on Kenyan farmers now saving water after implementing a new system.

 

Recycle The Rain

Rain is something that often gets taken for granted. In some parts of India the monsoon season can bring a lot of it,

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while in some parts of Africa, rain occurs annually and is a welcome sight for farmers trying to make a living growing their produce. The fact remains that in an urban environment, rain falls from the sky and end sup in the sewers. This may not be true for all urbanized cities, but for the majority it is. By recycling the rain, building a future with more trees and plant life will have an increased chance of evolving from a dream to a reality.

 

Tips:

 

1. Always consult your local government’s environment and/or weather page to make sure the rain your locality receives isn’t too acidic.

2. Rain water can potentially be used to help a garden.

3. Treat rain water like any other source of natural water, boil it before drinking and avoid leaving it in unprotected areas where bacteria can grow. 

4. Do the research, rain varies in terms of location, from acidity, to frequency of rainfall. During localized research can help establish a better understanding of rainwater where you reside.

5. When in doubt, it is often safer to let it go down the drain. If you are unsure of whether the rainwater is safe to drink, or safe for your garden, let it go down the drain.

 This post was inspired by a magnet I saw that read: “Recycle Your Rain, Don’t Let It Go Down The Drain!”

 Related articles:

• Property advice: recycling water (telegraph.co.uk)
• South Asian Monsoon Rains Could Be Delayed, Decrease In Intensity Due to Climate Change (treehugger.com)