Harvested rainwater is an alternative water source for buildings, especially for non-potable
uses such as irrigation and toilet flushing. While rainwater harvesting is perceived as a …

Harvested rainwater systems and composting toilets are expected to be an important part of
sustainable solutions in buildings. Yet, to this date, a model evaluating their economic and …

Systems using rain water or reducing water consumption have been recently developed as
an alternative to conventional toilet flushing. This article aims to quantify the environmental …

The feasibility of installing rainwater harvesting systems in buildings is usually defined
based primarily on economic analysis. In this perspective, we reviewed the literature related …

Rain water harvesting (RWH) has gained popularity as a way of supplementing water
supplies for various purposes, including drinking, sanitation and irrigation. This paper …

Rainwater harvesting is a promising technique for more rational water use. However, its
sustainability merits remain a subject of ongoing debate among researchers. Life cycle …

There is a common perception that rainwater harvesting (RWH) is an environmentally
sustainable water supply option. This perception is not always precise for all arrangements …

Building upon previously published life cycle assessment (LCA) methodologies, we
conducted an LCA of a commercial rainwater harvesting (RWH) system and compared it to a …

Countries with dry climates must optimize the use of natural water sources. Rainwater
Harvesting (RWH) is a viable water source for non-potable uses. Besides, rainwater can …

Purpose The rapid urbanization and the constant expansion of urban areas during the last
decades have locally led to increasing water shortage. Rainwater harvesting (RWH) …