Designing Rainwater Harvesting Systems, Integrating Rainwater into Building Systems by Novak, Celeste Allen, DeBusk, Kathy M., Van Giesen, Eddie -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Contents Title Copyright Preface Acknowledgments Chapter 1: The Importance of Rainwater Harvesting

Water Capital A Brief History of Centralized Water Systems Examples from Around the World Policy Issues and Sustainability Valuing Water Resources Return on Investment Challenges, Education, and Paradigm Shifts Endnotes

Chapter 2: System Planning and Policies

Benefits That Drive Rainwater Harvesting Systems Planning a System Endnotes

Chapter 3: Water for Thirsty Buildings

Rainwater: Calculating Collection and Use Building Sectors, Sizes, and Demands Alternative Water Sources Plumbing Design and The Myth of Unlimited Water Supply Thoughtful Planning Brings Success Endnotes

Chapter 4: System Elements

Integrated Approach 1. Collection/Catchment Surface (Roof or Other) 2. Conveyance (Gutters and Downspouts) 3. Prestorage Filtration and Debris Exclusion 4. Storage 5. Distribution Integration, Thoughtful Planning, and Continuing Education Are the Keys to Success Endnotes

Chapter 5: Maintenance and Safety

Water Quality of a Rainwater System Sources of Pollutants Fate and Transport of Pollutants in a Rainwater Harvesting System Microbial Contamination Addressing Water Quality for Various End Uses Case Studies—Cautionary Tales and Pilot Projects for Potable Water Systems Summary of Design Recommendations Conclusion Endnotes

Chapter 6: 21st-Century Interviews

Stan Abbott John Apostolopoulos Alf Brandt Bob Drew Nicole Holmes Bill Hunt Lutz Johnen Heather Kinkade Kevin Kirsche Billy Kniffen Dennis Lye, PhD Shawn Martin Neal Shapiro David Stooksbury Dave Viola Endnote

Appendix A Appendix B Supplemental Images Index Access to Companion Site End User License Agreement

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