Objective
Design a system to collect and store rainwater for sustainable water use.
Materials
- Large container or barrel
- Gutter and downspout
- Mesh screen (to filter debris)
- Hose or spout
- Notebook for observations
Instructions
- Set up the gutter and downspout to direct rainwater into the container or barrel.
- Place a mesh screen over the top of the container to filter out debris.
- Attach a hose or spout to the container for easy access to the collected rainwater.
- Monitor the amount of rainwater collected during rainfall events.
- Record the volume of water collected and any observations in your notebook.
- Use the collected rainwater for gardening or other purposes and monitor its effectiveness.
- Analyze the benefits of rainwater harvesting for water conservation and sustainability.