A rainwater harvesting system collects and stores rainwater for later use instead of letting it run off or evaporate. It typically involves the collection of rainwater from rooftops or other surfaces and its storage in tanks or cisterns.
Related terms
Greywater recycling: Greywater recycling involves the treatment and reuse of household wastewater, excluding toilet water, for activities like irrigation or flushing toilets.
Stormwater management: Stormwater management refers to strategies and techniques aimed at controlling and mitigating the negative impacts of stormwater runoff on natural systems and human infrastructure.
Water conservation: Water conservation involves practices that aim to reduce water usage through efficient technologies, behavioral changes, and responsible consumption habits.