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Imus residents urged to harvest rainwater to cut costs

Imus City's local government is promoting rainwater harvesting among residents to lower household expenses and support environmental protection. The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) has encouraged residents to collect and store rainwater from rooftops using systems like rain barrels or cisterns. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on municipal water supplies, potentially cutting water bills by up to 50%. Rainwater can also serve as an emergency water source during service disruptions.

With the onset of the rainy season, the local government of Imus City, Cavite, is encouraging residents to practice rainwater harvesting to reduce household expenses and help protect the environment. INQUIRER FILES

LUCENA CITY – With the onset of the rainy season, the local government of Imus City, Cavite, is encouraging residents to harvest rainwater to reduce household expenses and help protect the environment.

In a Facebook post written in Filipino on Thursday, the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) said rainwater collected from rooftops can be stored and used for various household purposes instead of going to waste.

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Rainwater harvesting involves collecting and storing rainwater from roof gutters and directing it into storage containers such as rain barrels or cisterns for later use.

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The DRRMO described the system as simple to install and easy to maintain.

“Your monthly water bill can be reduced because rainwater can supply about 20 to 50 percent of a household’s water needs,” the office said.

The agency added that harvested rainwater can serve as an alternative water source during service interruptions.

Aside from helping households save money, rainwater harvesting also supports environmental conservation by reducing dependence on groundwater resources, the DRRMO said.

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Although rainwater is not potable and should not be used for drinking, it can be used for flushing toilets, watering plants, landscaping, house cleaning, laundry, and washing vehicles.

“Just make sure that your roof is clean and that the storage tank is properly covered to prevent mosquitoes from breeding,” the DRRMO reminded residents./coa

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Imus residents urged to harvest rainwater to cut costs

Imus City's local government is promoting rainwater harvesting among residents to lower household expenses and support environmental protection. The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) has encouraged residents to collect and store rainwater from rooftops using systems like rain barrels or cisterns. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on municipal water supplies, potentially cutting water bills by up to 50%. Rainwater can also serve as an emergency water source during service disruptions.

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