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RainBank to Share Expertise at Rainwater Collection Conference

RainBank to Share Expertise at Rainwater Collection Conference
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“Seattle is a progressive city where rainwater collection is becoming mainstream – whether it be small residential supplementary systems or large scale commercial systems. All have a positive impact on storm water management and I am proud to be a part of the process. I would like to thank all my customers, past, present, and future for their commitment to helping our region’s environment.”, Ken Blair, president, RainBank Rainwater Collection Systems.

June 29, 2014 – Seattle, WA. RainBank Rainwater Collection Systems’ president Ken Blair has been invited to be a guest speaker at the American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association 2014 annual conference in Phoenix, Arizona on November 17th. Ken is honored to be recognized among his peers as a leader in rainwater collection and storm water management.

Ken will  discuss “urban rainwater case studies”, an in depth look at decentralized water systems for commercial and residential application in the Seattle area. Both potable and non potable systems designed and constructed by RainBank Rainwater Collection Systems will be highlighted, with emphasis on reduction of storm water run off.

The time is now for Seattle to be recognized as a leader in Green Storm Water Infrastructure. Protecting our natural environment from the pollutants from storm water run off is essential for our way if life in the Pacific North West.

 

Rainwater Collection a Reliable Water Supply Alternative

Rainwater Collection a Reliable Water Supply AlternativeAccording to a recent article published by ARCSA (American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association), whose mission is to promote sustainable rainwater collection practices to help solve potable, non-potable, stormwater and energy challenges throughout the world, a well-designed, installed and maintained rainwater harvesting system can provide high-quality water for potable and non-potable, residential and commercial uses.

Below are some notable findings on rainwater collection compiled by ARCSA from the 2013 Report Card on America’s Infrastructure from the American Society of Civil Engineers, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Association of Water Companies:

• 7 TRILLION gallons per day are wasted due to 240,000 water main breaks each year
• Over $1 TRILLION is needed over 10 years to repair water systems

ARCSA is the premier national educational and technical rainwater harvesting organization. Decentralized onsite rain and stormwater harvesting systems can deliver a partial solution to our aging water delivery infrastructure and support new job creation.

To learn more about how individuals and businesses can protect their water supply from disruptions by supplementing utility water with rainwater harvesting, click here to read the entire ARCSA article.

Rainwater Harvesting Professional Profile

100_3129RainBank’s founder, Ken Blair is not just a member of ARCSA, he is also an ARCSA Certified designer, installer and Life Member.

The American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association’s mission (ARCSA) is to promote sustainable rainwater harvesting practices to help solve potable, nonpotable, stormwater and energy challenges throughout the world.  ARCSA memberships consist of professionals working in city, state, and federal government, academia, manufacturers and suppliers of rainwater harvesting equipment, consultants, and other interested individuals.

For more information about Ken, please visit his ARCSA profile page.