Water tanks used for Rainwater Harvesting
“Ten directorates from the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro were requested by Dr. Sitembele Vatal, Director of the Metro’s Integrated Development Plan, to cut R750 000 from theirbudget to supply 1000 water tanks to governmental houses. They believe the water tanks will solve the current water crises in the Metro. The only problem with this project will be that none of the 40 square meter RDP house are equipped with gutters. Gutters are necessary to collect the rainwater and divert it to the water tanks. The total amount to be spend on the water tanks will be R7.5 million, which indicate that R7500 will be spend per water tank. Does this include the installation of gutters? No clear answers on this could be given, as the spokesperson for the Metro: Mr. Kupido Baron is currently participating in the SAMWU-strike.
This project was not included in the water crisis plan that was approved by the Integrated Development Plan last month, but Mr. Vatala indicated that the water crisis in the Metro requested such drastic action. ” – Die Burger
This project should also be an indication of the necessity for public to prepare their residents for rainwater harvesting, not only for gardening purposes, but mainly for household usage. This will save water consumption and will help you into being independent from water shortages. Think of the possibility of having a better rain forecast for the winter period. Contact the Water Rhapsody team should you require more information on rainwater harvesting, or a free quote at your premises.
nowadays, we are seeing some water shortage and water conservation is even more necessary”`.
excellent information.
water conservation should be done because we are already having some water shortage these days*:-