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It’s Easy Being Green ! Rainwater Harvesting and Permeable Pavers
The Original Rainwater Pillow and Pavestone Project Profile: It’s Easy Being Green! Continue Reading
Northwestern University uses The Original Rainwater Pillow in The Tiny House Project
The Tiny House movement has introduced the idea of space as a resource to the forefront of the sustainability debate. The movement focuses on reducing the size of living spaces in order to reduce carbon footprint. Continue Reading
The Original Rainwater Pillow supports the Sustainable Sunshower SSIP build!!
New Orleans’ Sustainable Home Model to Promote Green Materials, Appliances, Equipment, and Furnishings that can be packaged and shipped internationally. The construction of the Sunshower SSIP Models designed by architects Judith Kinnard and Tiffany Lin, winners of the...
Rainwater Harvesting for Organic Vegetables
As a horticulturist for 25 years, I believe in the benefits of organic gardening for myself and my clients whether for fruits, vegetables or flowers. No one who has gardened with organics would argue the benefits. Continue Reading
US Sen. Roger Wicker learns about rainwater harvesting with The Original Rainwater Pillow
We are very excited to be a part of this project. A 2,500 gallon Original Rainwater Pillow collects water from the home’s roof. The water flows thru a four stage UV light purifcation system before entering the home for complete indoor use. Continue Reading
GreenBuilder magazine recognizes The Original Rainwater Pillow as a Product That Matters in the March EcoLandscaping Guide
2012 Eco-Friendly Landscaping Roundup Legitimate “green” landscape products should help homeowners conserve water, spend more time outdoors, or reduce maintenance impacts. Here’s our selection of products that met those criteria at the International Builders’ Show in...
What is a Rainwater Pillow?
Rainwater harvesting is a proven technology that reduces the demand on municipal water, controls storm water runoff pollution, and reduces energy cost through source point collection and use. Continue Reading
What are you drinking this holiday season ?
At a recent holiday gathering I was once again asked " Why would you drink rainwater ? After all, rainwater picks up all kinds of pollutants in the air and from your roof. It is just so dirty and would require elaborate filtration and maintenance. Municipal water is...
Rainwater and Storm Water Harvesting: A Proven Technology Gaining Widespread Adoption
How can collected rainwater be used? Certainly for outdoor non-potable uses like irrigation and some municipalities allow rainwater to be used inside a home or building for toilet flushing. Continue Reading
A Growing Concern Now & In The Future
The recent chemical spill in Charleston, West Virgina has created a heighten awareness for many about the quality of the municipal drinking water. How quickly are the end users notified of a contamination? Continue Reading