July 20, 2014
How to find, purify, filter, and store clean drinking water is of primary importance to preppers and off-grid homesteaders. Water is the element that sustains all […]
July 20, 2014
The wing covers of the Namib desert beetle gather water from the air using nanoscale bumps. The Namibian Beetle (Stenocara gracilipes) lives in one of the […]
July 20, 2014
This video discusses water tanks in detail, including types of water tanks as well as a general guide on how to choose the right sized water […]
July 16, 2014
Far more than oil, the control of water wealth throughout history has been pivotal to the rise and fall of great powers, the achievements of civilization, […]
July 15, 2014
The Vetiver System is used in more than 100 countries for soil and water conservation, infrastructure stabilization, pollution control, waste water treatment, mitigation and rehabilitation, sediment […]
July 14, 2014
Believe it or not, the average roof of a home can collect up to 600 gallons of water for just an inch of rainfall. You can […]
July 13, 2014
“As an ambassador for our environment, climate change issues as well as water and food security, it brings me great joy to be part of a […]
July 12, 2014
Do you want to make sure your water usage is sustainable? Water-Saving Tips For Dummies provides practical methods to reduce the amount of water used around […]
July 11, 2014
Graywater (also known as gray water, greywater, grey water), is waste water from your laundry, showers and spa / bath. A family of 4 generates over […]
July 10, 2014
JoJo Slimline water tanks are 750 litres in capacity and ideal for small gardens or where space is limited. Whether you need water tanks for a […]
July 9, 2014
Part of a child’s development is asking questions and learning about the environment. With amusing pictures and simple text, this book shows the importance of saving […]
July 7, 2014
Installing a rainwater tank or a water tank for storing reserve municipal water is a good idea, especially in water scarce countries like South Africa. The […]
July 6, 2014
Grey water from baths and showers can safely be used for garden irrigation as long as it is not stored in water tanks for more than […]
July 3, 2014
For those who enjoy eBooks, this one is full of invaluable information about water storage, from water tanks to open ponds. The Complete Guide to Water […]
July 2, 2014
A do-it-yourself guide to designing, building, and maintaining water tanks, cisterns and ponds, and managing groundwater storage. It will help you with your independent water system, […]
July 1, 2014
How much drinkable water is there in the world? How much water does an American, a European, an African use everyday? How many people lack even basic […]
June 30, 2014
Create an Oasis describes how to quickly and easily choose, build, and use a simple greywater system. Some can be completed in an afternoon for under $30 […]
June 29, 2014
Some countries such as the UK require planning permission for the installation of rain water tanks. Fortunately in South Africa, home-owners can install water tanks without […]