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		<title>Rebates for Rainwater Harvesting</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:58:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are a lot of places around the world that have begun taking advantage of modern water recycling techniques. Rainwater runoff tanks are being used around the world for a variety of different purposes, each designed to take advantage of the way the climate is. Water conservation has become so prominent that many private companies [...]]]></description>
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<p class="MsoNormal">There are a lot of places around the world that have begun taking advantage of modern water recycling techniques. Rainwater runoff tanks are being used around the world for a variety of different purposes, each designed to take advantage of the way the climate is. Water conservation has become so prominent that many private companies now provide discounts for customers who take advantage of rainwater. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the ways rainwater runoff tanks are used, and how to take advantage of water rebates in your area.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Rainwater runoff is exceptionally high in cities, due to all the concrete and asphalt. In natural areas, roughly half of rainfall is absorbed into the air through evaporation, and forty percent soaks into the ground. The remaining ten percent is then runoff, but in cities that ten jumps to thirty-five percent, since rain does not soak in nearly as easily. Storm drains lead that water to the ocean after it collects pollution from the city streets, so rainwater collection tanks and runoff collection tanks have been set up to collect and filter this dirty water into perfectly drinkable water. Owning a collection tank can be an expensive investment, but it rapidly pays for itself through lower water bills and private or government water rebates.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Perhaps the best thing about rainwater collection is its versatility. If you live in a warm, arid climate, rainwater can be collected and filtered in the rainy season, then stored for the dry season. If you live in a rainy climate, rainwater can be collected to lessen threats of flood and water damage, and everywhere water collection and recycling can reduce the pressure on fresh groundwater sources. An excellent way to save money with water rebates and be self-sufficient and environmentally friendly is to own a rainwater collection and filtering tank.</p>
<p>If you are hard pressed due to economic turbulence but still want to lend a hand in preserving our environment, consider a water tank as an investment. The price of utilities will go up, but rain is always free. Throw in water rebates whenever you hook up a <a href="/designing-a-rainwater-tank-system/">rainwater tank</a>, and you’ll be saving money and helping the environment all at the same time.</p>
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		<title>Rainwater tanks in Brisbane</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:47:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rainwater tanks in Brisbane have really taken off. This is largely to do with the Brisbane Coucil rebates for rainwater tanks. The rebates finished in late 2009 and provided rebates for over 90,000 rainwater tanks . Rainwater tanks work by taking water, either from rooftop gutters or ground runoff systems, and storing it in large [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p><a href="http://blog.superwall.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/iStock_000007591415XSmall.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-226" title="Queensland Water" src="http://blog.superwall.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/iStock_000007591415XSmall-300x172.jpg" alt="Queesland Water" width="300" height="172" /></a>Rainwater tanks in Brisbane have really taken off. This is largely to do with the Brisbane Coucil rebates for rainwater tanks. The rebates finished in late 2009 and provided rebates for over 90,000 rainwater tanks .</p>
<p>Rainwater tanks work by taking water, either from rooftop gutters or ground runoff systems, and storing it in large tanks. The rainwater can then be used for showers, toilets, gardens and a number of other uses. If they are in an arid climate, the water can be stored during the wet season and saved for the dry season when it is needed. Rainwater tanks in Brisbane are used largely for domestic purposes, as they allow owners to provide their own water in a self sufficient, renewable way without polluting or damaging groundwater sources.</p>
<p>Rainwater tanks in Brisbane are not largely used for drinking. Most water is used in the garden (around 50%), toilet and shower. Drinking water only accounts for around 2% of water consumption. Furthermore  it is possible that the rainwater is not suitable for drinking. Harmful bacteria from bird droppings and rotting leaves can breed in the tank so it is important to use a <a href="/products/superhead/ ">rainwater filter</a> in Brisbane.  You should regularly check the quality of the rainwater f you are using it for human consumption.</p>
<p>Brisbane rainwater doesn’t contain Chlorine, Flouride or other chemicals which have been added by the Brisbane  Water Department to Brisbane Mains Water. Chlorine is added in small doses to kill bacteria and Flouride is added to help protect and strengthen teeth. Many people prefer the taste of rainwater because of this however it is important to replace the flouride through another source.<br />
Regardless of whether you live in an urban or rural setting, rainwater tanks can be a good way to give something back to the planet while saving a little money for yourself. They do require an initial investment, but eventually pay for themselves in money saved on water bills.</p>
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		<title>Rainwater Tanks in Adelaide and SA</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:45:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Since South Australia is the driest state in Australia, it’s easy to see why an urban rainwater tank would be a good idea. Rainwater tanks in Adelaide are used for a number of purposes, and in this brief article we’ll take a look at how they work, as well as how they’re used and how [...]]]></description>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://blog.superwall.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/myponga_dam.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-315" title="myponga_dam" src="http://blog.superwall.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/myponga_dam-300x199.jpg" alt="Myponga Dam Spillway Adelaide" width="300" height="199" /></a>Since South Australia is the driest state in Australia, it’s easy to see why an urban <a href="/designing-a-rainwater-tank-system/">rainwater tank</a> would be a good idea. Rainwater tanks in Adelaide are used for a number of purposes, and in this brief article we’ll take a look at how they work, as well as how they’re used and how their role changes in large cities, as well as how you yourself can use them to save money and the environment!</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Rainwater tanks in Adelaide collect rainwater from rooftop gutters and runoff collections. Runoff is any rain that is not absorbed into the ground or evaporated back into the air. In nature, there is roughly a ten percent runoff rate, whereas in cities like Adelaide that number jumps to roughly thirty-five percent. This is due in large part to all the concrete and asphalt that keep it from being absorbed into the ground.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Rainwater tanks can be used in arid climates to preserve water from the wet season until it is needed during the dry season. They can be used in rainy climates to store excess runoff to avoid flooding. In Adelaide, they are used to catch polluted rainwater (rain tends to pick up airborne pollutants such as smog) and clean it so that it can be used for a number of purposes.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Water from rainwater tanks in Adelaide is used in large part for domestic purposes, such as toilets, showers, public waterworks, and similar functions. It is not used for drinking nearly as much as in more rural areas, as some of the rainwater tanks do not have filtration systems. To ensure that rainwater is safe to drink (although in most places if it smells clean, looks clean, and tastes clean, it’s probably clean) a filtration system such as reverse osmosis is required. These tanks suck up run- off, filter it, and then store it for use whenever it is needed.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">There are a number of different uses for rainwater tanks, depending on the system you have hooked up and what part of the world you live in. However, regardless of where you live and the climate there, a rainwater tank is an investment that will eventually pay for itself in water bills, and give something back to the planet at the same time.</p>
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		<title>Rainwater Tanks in Melbourne</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:13:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Rainwater tanks have many uses, and have become a popular phenomenon over the last several years. They have been advancing more and more in their filtration and collection systems, and are now a good source of renewable water in many parts of the world. In this article, we’ll take a look at how rainwater tanks work as well as some suggestions for using them, and rainwater tanks in Melbourne, Australia.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Rainwater tanks in Melbourne work much in the same way as anywhere else. They are used to collect and store rainwater runoff, usually collecting it from roofs or through rain gutters. This water is then stored, filtered, and used for a variety of purposes, such as in gardens, toilets, and farming. Some rainwater tanks can be used for drinking, although pollutants collected on the roof and gutters can make this less advisable. Rainwater tanks must be adequately filtered, or various pollutants or even mosquito larvae can penetrate it and make it unsafe to drink. While they are initially somewhat expensive, they can eventually pay for themselves in long-term use as a means of saving on water bills.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">If rainwater is to be used for drinking it should be filtered through either a reverse osmosis system or an ultrafiltration system. Although there are fairly infrequent cases of rainwater related illness, it can be unsafe, but it’s likely okay to drink if it looks, smells, and tastes normal. Sometimes, rainwater tanks in Melbourne are used to store excess water from heavy rain, to resist flooding. In dry climates, it can be stored during the wet season and used later in the year when it is needed. They are also environmentally desirable, as they are ideally self-filtering and do not tap groundwater sources, which are not as renewable. In cities, roughly thirty-five percent of rain becomes runoff, as opposed to the ten percent that occurs in nature.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Ultimately, rainwater tanks in Melbourne are a fantastic way to both save money and protect the environment, reducing your carbon footprint and eliminating excessive runoff all in one go. If you’re looking for a way to lessen your environmental impact, and save a little bit of cash on the side, then rainwater tanks are an excellent way to do both. You can get a lot of information on rainwater tanks and their proper use and maintenance at <a href="http://www.superwall.com.au/">http://www.superwall.com.au</a>, which provides a wealth of information regarding these topics.</p>
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