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Essential Rainwater Harvesting: A Guide to HomeScale System Design (Sustainable Building Essentials Series, 11),New
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Design a rainwater harvesting system for any home in any climate.Water is a crucial resource increasingly under stress. Yet rainfall, even in arid climates, can make up a sizable portion of any home, acreage, or farm's water requirements if harvested and utilized with care. The key is appropriate planning and highquality site and climatespecific design.Essential Rainwater Harvesting is a comprehensive manual for designing, building, and maintaining water harvesting systems for the warm and cold climates of the world. Presenting design considerations and approaches for the most common household rainwater supply scenarios primary, supplemental, and offgrid supply this stepbystep approach covers: Considerations for fullproperty water security Demand planning and conservation strategies Supply calculations and design implications for extreme rainfall and drought Materials selection and water quality System and site assessment Sizing and design of gutters, conveyance, tanks, and pumps Prefiltration, filtration, and disinfection options System maintenance and upkeepThis practical resource provides DIYers, trades, and rainwater practitioners with the essential tools, methods, and technical knowhow to design, build, and maintain rainwater harvesting systems anywhere.Rob Avis, P.Eng and Michelle Avis, P.Eng own and operate Adaptive Habitat, a leading edge property design firm for resilient homes, acreages, and farms and Verge Permaculture, a globally recognized awardwinning education business. They have over 20 years of combined experience in project management, ecological design, and sustainable technologies, which they share at vergepermaculture.ca from their suburban house and yard that they've transformed into a model of cold climate urban permaculture in Calgary, Alberta.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Essential Rainwater Harvesting'? A: 'Essential Rainwater Harvesting' primarily focuses on designing, building, and maintaining rainwater harvesting systems for homes in various climates.
- Q: How can this book help with water conservation? A: The book offers strategies for water demand planning and conservation, helping readers to effectively utilize harvested rainwater for their water needs.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this book is designed for DIYers and beginners, providing clear, step-by-step instructions for creating rainwater harvesting systems.
- Q: What kind of climates does the book cover? A: 'Essential Rainwater Harvesting' covers design considerations for both warm and cold climates, making it applicable to a wide range of environments.
- Q: Are there specific system designs included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes design considerations for various household rainwater supply scenarios, including primary, supplemental, and off-grid supply systems.
- Q: Does this book discuss maintenance of rainwater systems? A: Yes, it addresses system maintenance and upkeep, providing insights into ensuring the longevity and effectiveness of rainwater harvesting systems.
- Q: What qualifications do the authors have? A: Rob Avis and Michelle Avis are both professional engineers with over 20 years of experience in ecological design and sustainable technologies.
- Q: How many pages does 'Essential Rainwater Harvesting' have? A: The book contains 172 pages, offering comprehensive information on rainwater harvesting.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: 'Essential Rainwater Harvesting' is available in paperback, making it a durable and accessible resource.
- Q: When was the book published? A: 'Essential Rainwater Harvesting' was published on December 11, 2018.