rainwater catchment

Did you know that in some USA states, it is illegal to catch rain water; even just a measly rain barrel full? The reason being - someone else has rights to it!

A handy site for Australians wanting to find a water tank suppliers in their region for the purpose of rain water harvesting.

Southern Metal Roofing, an eco-friendly Atlanta roofing company, posts a blog weekly about how to make your home greener.  This week's blog concerns the use of rain barrels to collect rain water for use on your lawn and garden.  The post also discusses why metal roofs and rain harvesting systems make such a great combination.

From Green Options - a book review of 'Off the Grid Homes' by Lori Ryker, a new book that presents the new look of off the grid homes, or in other words: appealing architecture is meeting high sustainability.

To supply an irrigation system, a low-maintenance rainwater harvesting system is key. Most systems can be daunting for the DIY-er, but this modular system makes it much easier.

The Science Barge is a sustainable urban farm designed by NY Sun Works, an environmental non-profit. The purpose: to show that sustainability can be achieved in an urban environment. (Photos)