Rainwater Harvesting

According to the EPA, rainwater harvesting has significant potential to provide environmental and economic benefits by reducing stormwater runoff and conserving potable water. Resources available in this sub-theme include training materials on rainwater roof catchments and guidance on how to design ground level storage tanks, among other resources that support the practice of rainwater harvesting.

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Rainwater Harvesting Resources

Designing Roof Catchments

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note discusses a roof catchment to take advantage of the maximum amount of rainfall available.Read more

Evaluating Rainfall Catchments

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note describes each catchment system and discusses its advantages and disadvantages. Before deciding to use a rainfall catchment, be sure to determine that the quantity of water it will produce is sufficient to meet local or individual needs and that enough storage can be provided.Read more

Village Technology Handbook: Section 1, Part 3: Water Storage and Water Power

Published: 
January 1, 1970
U.S. Agency for International Development
Section 1 Part 3 of the Village Technology Handbook provides tools and materials for developing small springs, rainwater harvesting using cisterns or creating a proper catchment area.Read more

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