In this article we will discuss about the eight methods used for harvesting water. Method # 1. Negarim Microcatchment: The word Negarim is derived from the Hebrew word which meaning is the runoff. And at the term Negarim, the Negarim micro-catchment has been devised as a well-known water harvesting system. Shape of this micro-catchment is like diamond; and is surrounded [...]
The entire Indian sub-continent has been divided into total 15 agro-climatic regions based on variations in climatic characteristics. However, to promote the rainwater harvesting for enriching the water availability potential, especially the drinking water in rural areas, the Himalayan foot hills have also been additionally included in the total 15 agro-climatic regions. In other words, instead of 15, there are [...]
In this article we will discuss about the meaning and stages of hydrologic cycle. Meaning of Hydrologic Cycle: The hydrologic cycle refers to the process whereby water gets converted from its liquid or solid state into its vapor state. As a vapor the water has been capable of travelling considerable distances from its source prior to recondensing and returning to [...]