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Gov’t Publishes Guideline on Rainwater Harvesting

Gov’t Publishes Guideline on Rainwater Harvesting

The Utility Regulatory Authority (URA) has published a detailed guideline on rainwater harvesting.

Published in the gazette, the 17-page guideline comes under the authority’s jurisdiction as stipulated in the Utility Regulatory Act, which has been in effect for the past four years.

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Covering various aspects of rainwater harvesting, the guideline covers various aspects of rainwater harvesting, including the design of roof catchments, storage tanks, downpipes, and filters.

Additionally, it provides a comprehensive checklist outlining the essential components necessary for an effective rainwater harvesting system. Among the key requirements highlighted in the guideline is the inclusion of a catchment area, conveyance system, and storage tanks in every typical setup.

See the guideline here