Bring rainwater home: Rainwater collection and utilization technology and examples

Author: Makoto Murase
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: This book is a popular science publication about rainwater utilization, with the following five characteristics:
1. It is a "treasure trove" filled with rainwater utilization ideas that anyone can use;
2. The background of rainwater utilization varies greatly in urban, rural, or remote island settings. This book discusses these important differences, and after reading it, you will be amazed at the vast potential for rainwater utilization research;
3. The book introduces key points of rainwater utilization design, construction, and maintenance management with illustrations and text, providing reference materials for those preparing to engage in rainwater utilization;
4. It presents examples of rainwater utilization in Japanese residential buildings, large structures, and regional public facilities, offering rich content. It is believed that this will help introduce the concept of "harmonious coexistence between rainwater and cities" into urban construction practices;
5. The book also covers the state of rainwater utilization around the world and its examples. After reading this book, you will gain an understanding of rainwater utilization in Japan and other parts of the world, which may change your perspective on rainwater.
This popular science book is divided into three parts:
Part 1 introduces rainwater collection and utilization plans, suggestions, and ideas, reflecting people's awareness, understanding, and imagination of rainwater collection and utilization. Some of the ideas are truly innovative.
Part 2 focuses on rainwater collection and utilization methods and technologies, summarizing some simple production methods and practical experiences.
Part 3 selectively introduces Japanese applications of rainwater collection and utilization. Additionally, it provides information and insights into rainwater utilization in countries with low rainfall.
The book includes knowledge about Japanese and other countries' customs, social backgrounds, and rainwater culture, adding an element of interest. In terms of layout, the book is equally divided between text and illustrations, combining popular science knowledge and application technologies, making it highly readable. The rainwater collection and utilization methods and experiences introduced can be directly referenced for production and adoption, offering good operability.
It is suitable for reference and reference by relevant departments, enterprises, institutions, communities, towns, as well as readers and young friends interested in rainwater collection and utilization. It is believed that the rainwater collection and utilization concepts, methods, and experiences introduced in this book will help promote the work of rainwater collection and utilization in our country.