rainwater harvesting

Throughout the world we hear of water shortages, and contrary to popular belief, in the UK we don’t have as much as we think.

In fact, many parts of the UK are classed as “water stress areas” by the Environment Agency. Rainwater harvesting can be as simple as attaching a water butt to the down pipe from your gutters, and using the water you collect to water the garden on wash the car. At the other end of the scale, rainwater harvesting can be a pumped system that uses rainwater for toilet flushing and clothes washing, as well as outdoor uses.

The average person in the UK uses 150ltrs of water per day; a full domestic system could reduce this by up to 50%. Therefore, reducing your supplied and waste water charges by 50%. Savings for businesses could be higher, making it more cost effective

What are the benefits?

• Reduce your supplied and waste water charges by up to 50% for domestic users, and 80% for commercial users.
• Improves your “Code for Sustainable Homes” rating.
• Cost effective addition to a new build/extension.
• Adds value to your property.
• Enhanced Capital Allowances (ECA’s) may apply for businesses.
• Differentiates you from your competitors, giving you great PR.
• Helps meet corporate social responsibility needs.
• Helps to create an environmental brand name.

From sizing the correct system, through to calculating your savings. We can provide totally independent, impartial advice with every aspect of your project.

Contact Viridis today on 0845 437 4484 or info@viridisec.co.uk
for independent, impartial advice.