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<br />Proposed Rainwater Harvesting Code in Eugene, OR <br /> <br />What is rainwater harvesting? <br /> <br />Rainwater harvesting (RWH) is the collection and use of rainwater that would otherwise be directed to local <br />waterways, collecting velocity& pollutants along the way. Rainwater can be used for total or supplemental <br />irrigation needs during the summer when the rains have stopped, or other uses with proper purification. <br /> <br />How does rainwater harvesting work? <br /> <br /> <br />Rainwater that falls on your roof can be collected with gutters and diverted <br />in pipes to a water tank or cistern. Water is then used when & where <br />desired, ideally using gravity flow for irrigation or other nonpotable outdoor ~. <br />uses. Although wooden barrels do not provide very good quality water, it's <br />ok for ornamentals' irrigation. <br /> <br />Did you know that summer irrigation is the biggest use of purified drinking water in the <br />summer? <br /> <br />Summer irrigation often uses more purified drinking water than any other domestic uses combined. Saving your <br />winter rainwater for use during the summer can mean reduced irrigation costs, more water available for <br />drinking & for ecosystems as well as decreased water utility infrastructure needs.. (Pictured at right is a system <br />designed by three UO students, Kaarin Knudson, Yale Jallos &.Brooks McDonald for the DO HOPES <br />Conference. ) <br /> <br /> <br />What type of system do I need? <br /> <br />Rainwater harvesting systems vary in size and variety of components used. <br />Your specific location, needs & budget help determine the best system setup <br />for you. Water use also plays a crucial part in determining the type of filtration <br />& purification needed. Irrigation only requires filtration of debris, while <br />drinking water requires filtration & purification to meet drinking water <br />standards. Remember do not drink any water without purification as it <br />may be harmful or lethal. <br /> <br />Eugene Rainwater <br />Rainwater Utilization & Water Education <br />Eugene, OR 97405,541.343.0607 <br />Tammie@EugeneRainwater.com <br />www.eugenerainwater.com <br /> <br />LCC boasts a neW water class: Water & Society, Fall 2006. <br /> <br />Other upcoming events: LCC RWH Design/Build Workshop - an intensive look at all aspects of rainwater us <br />including a system design & install of a rainwater system. For more information call Tarinnie or watch the <br />website for a posting soon. Applications to receive the design & set up of a RWH system will be available soon. <br /> <br />Tammie Stark, M.A. <br /> <br />Page 2 of2 <br /> <br />5/8/2006 <br />