Rainwater harvesting is an ancient technique enjoying a revival in popularity due to the inherent quality of rainwater and interest in reducing consumption of treated water. Rainwater collection has numerous benefits such as: free supply, low mineral and sodium content, reduction in non-point source pollution, and reduced demand on water utilities. <\/p>\n
The scope of this course is to serve as a primer in the basics of residential and small-scale commercial rainwater harvesting systems design. The design process includes choosing system components in the most cost effective and advantageous manner. It is intended to serve as a first step in thinking about options for implementing rainwater harvesting systems, as well as advantages and constraints.<\/p>\n
Rainwater Harvesting System Components
\n Water Quality and Treatment
\n Water Balance and System Sizing
\n Rainwater Harvesting Guidelines
\n Cost Estimation
\n Financial and Other Incentives
\n Rainwater Collection Case Studies<\/p>\n
Learning Objectives<\/p>\n
Basic Rainwater System Components
\n Catchment Surface, Gutters, and Downspouts
\n Leaf Screens
\n First-Flush Diverters
\n Roof Washers
\n Storage Tanks
\n Pressure Tanks and Pumps
\n Treatment and Disinfection Equipment
\n Water Quality Standards
\n Factors Affecting Water Quality
\n Water Treatment
\n Water Capturing System Capabilities
\n Rainfall Distribution and Calculating Storage Capacity
\n Estimating Water Demand
\n Rainwater Harvesting Best Management Practices
\n Building Codes
\n Cistern Design, Construction, and Capacity
\n Backflow Prevention and Dual-use Systems
\n Required Rainwater Harvesting Systems
\n Cost Estimation and Comparison
\n Financial Incentives
\n Tax Exemptions
\n Municipal Incentives
\n Rainwater Harvesting Case Studies<\/p>\n
INTENDED AUDIENCE<\/p>\n
This course is intended for use by engineers, contractors, and landscape architects.<\/p>\n
BENEFIT TO ATTENDEE<\/p>\n
Students will gain an understanding from this course of the benefits and design methods of rainwater harvesting systems.<\/p>\n
COURSE INTRODUCTION<\/p>\n
This course is based on the publication, Texas Manual on Rainwater Harvesting. The techniques and methodologies described in this course document are a great introduction to rainwater collection system design and planning.<\/p>\n
COURSE SUMMARY<\/p>\n
This course demonstrates the basic elements of rainwater harvesting. Information on planning and sizing of systems as well as the benefits of rainwater collection can be gained from this course. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Rainwater harvesting is an ancient technique enjoying a revival in popularity due to the inherent quality of rainwater and interest in reducing consumption of treated water. Rainwater collection has numerous benefits such as: free supply, low mineral and sodium content, reduction in non-point source pollution, and reduced demand on water utilities. <\/p>\n