Potable Water Savings by Using Rainwater for Non-Potable Uses in Houses
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Potable Water Savings by Using Rainwater for Non-Potable Uses in Houses
Abstract: The objective of this study is to assess the potential for potable water savings by using rainwater as well as the sizing of rainwater tanks in houses in some cities in the world. Daily rainfall data for thirteen cities located in different countries were used. Different catchment areas, number of residents, potable and rainwater demands were considered in order to assess their impact...
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عنوان ژورنال: Water
سال: 2012
ISSN: 2073-4441
DOI: 10.3390/w4030607