A new program that encourages rainwater collection awareness is being offered to the public for small rainwater harvesting systems in Bellingham.

Anitra Accetturo, program coordinator for the city’s Water Use Efficiency Program, which will provide the grants is also an ARCSA and Bank on Rain member and has spearheaded the program.

Whatcom county already allows potable rainwater collection for residential but this program is proactive in encouraging conservation and awareness.

Click here to read more about this rainwater collection program in the Bellingham Herald.