Case Study: Gendathur, Karnataka

3.4.2 Case Study: Gendathur, Karnataka

Description

Quick Overview

This section explores the innovative rooftop rainwater harvesting systems implemented in Gendathur, Karnataka, highlighting their significance in water conservation.

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The section focuses on the implementation of rooftop rainwater harvesting systems in Gendathur, Karnataka, a backward village that has successfully addressed water scarcity by collecting up to 1,00,000 litres of rainwater annually per household. It emphasizes the importance of sustainable water management and conservation practices in rural areas.

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Detailed Summary

The case study of Gendathur, Karnataka illustrates how a remote village has effectively tackled water scarcity through the implementation of
rooftop rainwater harvesting systems. In a region receiving approximately 1,000 mm of annual precipitation, the community has achieved 80% collection efficiency, allowing them to collect around 50,000 litres of water per household annually. This innovative approach not only provides a sustainable water source but enhances water accessibility, demonstrating how traditional practices can be adapted and modernized to fit rural needs. The case emphasizes the broader theme of water conservation in India, showing that simple, indigenous techniques can significantly impact sustainability.

Key Concepts

  • Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting: Collecting rainwater from rooftops to be utilized for various purposes.

  • Collection Efficiency: The efficiency with which rainwater is captured, impacting the overall effectiveness of water harvesting solutions.

  • Water Sustainability: The practice of managing water resources to meet current and future needs without compromising ecosystems.

Memory Aids

🎵 Rhymes Time

  • Rain, rain, come our way, to fill our tanks every day!

📖 Fascinating Stories

  • In Gendathur, a village learned to catch every drop of rain, ensuring their homes were filled with water even during dry days, turning struggle into strength.

🧠 Other Memory Gems

  • Remember 'RAIN' for 'Recycling All Important Needs' regarding water.

🎯 Super Acronyms

Use 'WATER' to remember

  • 'Water Accessible Through Every Roof.'

Examples

  • In Gendathur, households have installed rainwater harvesting systems, allowing them to collect up to 50,000 litres annually, ensuring a sustainable water supply.

  • Collecting rainwater from household rooftops demonstrates how local adaptations can overcome water scarcity effectively.

Glossary of Terms

  • Term: Water Scarcity

    Definition:

    A situation where the available water resources are inadequate to meet the demands of water usage.

  • Term: Rainwater Harvesting

    Definition:

    The collection and storage of rainwater for reuse on-site, rather than allowing it to run off.

  • Term: Collection Efficiency

    Definition:

    The effectiveness of a water-harvesting system in collecting rainwater.

  • Term: Sustainable Water Management

    Definition:

    Practices that ensure long-term availability and quality of water resources.