Sustainability

Designing Effective Rainwater Harvesting Systems for Residential Buildings

A well-designed RWH system can cut water bills by 40% in regions with 800mm+ annual rainfall. We cover sizing, materials and maintenance.

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Er. Sunita Rawat

Civil Engineer

2 Jan 2025
5 min read

Himachal Pradesh receives 800–1,800mm of annual rainfall depending on district. A well-designed rainwater harvesting (RWH) system can realistically offset 30–50% of household non-potable water demand.

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Rainwater HarvestingSustainabilityResidentialWater Management
R

Er. Sunita Rawat

Civil Engineer

Civil engineer specialising in sustainable water management and green building practices for residential and institutional projects.

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