Raingardens and Rainwater Harvesting Resources
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When exploring the design and implementation of raingardens and rainwater harvesting systems, various online resources offer essential guidance and inspiration. These websites provide valuable insights into sustainable water management practices, from creating eco-friendly raingardens to collecting and utilizing rainwater efficiently.
Raingardens and Rainwater Harvesting Resources
The RHS is the UKs gardening charity, helping people and plants to grow. They provide simple and clear instructions and considerations for garden design and developing rain gardens.
The Biurban raingarden project provides guidance on building raingardens in an urban environment. This project has also developed a how-to-guide on rainwater planters with Dublin City Council.
Further information on raingardens is available at the Rain-Garden-Guide (sponsored by Thames Water). This guide highlights how small changes in managing outdoor spaces, like creating rain gardens, can reduce local flooding and benefit both wildlife and people. It emphasizes sustainable drainage systems and the importance of managing water wisely to improve local environments and prevent pollution.
You will also find valuable information on rainwater harvesting in the Rainwater Manual from Grow NYC. This guide provides practical information on how to design, build, and maintain a rainwater harvesting system, including system components, installation, and seasonal care. It also highlights the benefits of harvesting rainwater, such as reducing pollution, conserving water, and educating the public.
This project is part of the Community Climate Action Programme Strand 2 and is funded by the Government of Ireland through the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications.