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The Nanaimo Regional District aims to promote rainwater harvesting with a free guide on the subject…

“The spectrum ranges from lawn irrigation to car washing, to indoor uses like toilet flushing. More comprehensive systems would provide an entire household’s needs, including drinking water.”

“With limited groundwater resources, particularly in the summer, rainwater capturing is a plus for the environment, and increases residents’ self sufficiency, slows down or eliminates storm water runoff and reduces energy consumption when compared to wells, Midgley said.”

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