Chandanmal Jain
Rainwater Harvesting Potential
Catchment area – 100 square metres (sq. m)
Average annual rainfall in New Delhi – 200 millimetre (mm)
Total water available from rainfall – 16.7 cubic metre (m3) or 16,700 litres
Rainwater Harvesting System
The rainwater harvested from the 100 sq. m rooftop is collected in a storage tank of capacity 8000 litres. The stored water is used for drinking purpose.
Impact:The harvested water is used for drinking purpose and has lead to a reduction in groundwater extraction.
Contact Person:
Chandanmal Jain
Mahaveer Circle, Barmer,
Rajasthan - 344001
Phone: 9829930553
E-mail: chandan326@rediffmail.com
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