Collecting rainwater from one's gutters is a practical source of the elixir of life. The EPA estimates that just one rain barrel can capture 1,300 gallons of rainwater from gutters. A rain barrel complete with a fitted screen is the only equipment necessary and stores naturally-sourced water that can be used for lawn and garden care, and can help reduce flooding, runoff, and additionally, can help preserve reservoir and well water for drinking, showering and cooking.
In April 2010,
the city of Providence,
in conjunction with the Narragansett Bay Commission,
the city of Providence,
in conjunction with the Narragansett Bay Commission,
offered rain barrel discounts to endorse this useful alternative collection medium.
This water is drinkable but...
Providence Tap water is ranked #2 in quality in the nation!
(According to Environmental Working Group, U.S. big city water utilities were ranked based on levels of contaminant chemicals.)
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