Conservation of Water Resources

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Rainwater harvesting is the process of collecting and storing rainwater in large tanks, cisterns, reservoirs, or underground storage systems during the rainy season for future use. It helps prevent wa…

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1. To recharge groundwater levels and maintain river flow 2. To prevent flooding by managing excess rainwater 3. To provide a sustainable water source for future use, especially during water scarcity…

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Increasing population leads to higher water demand. Urban areas have cement-covered surfaces that prevent water percolation into the ground. More bore wells are being dug, and water is being wasted un…

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Cement covering prevents rainwater from percolating (seeping) into the ground. This reduces groundwater recharge and increases surface runoff, leading to both water wastage and reduced groundwater lev…

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A soak pit is a covered pit filled with gravel or stones that allows rainwater to slowly infiltrate into the ground. It helps improve groundwater levels by providing a pathway for water to percolate i…

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1. Houses (residential areas) 2. Schools 3. Offices 4. Bus stations 5. Public parks and community centers…

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In Uganda and Sri Lanka, rainwater is traditionally collected from trees using banana leaves or stems as temporary gutters. A large tree can yield up to 200 litres of water in a single storm, demonstr…

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1. Year they started harvesting water 2. Money spent on maintenance 3. Amount of water harvested annually 4. Techniques used for preservation 5. Duration of following these techniques 6. Source of req…