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Rainwater-Harvesting Calculator - JoJo Tanks

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The JoJo rainwater-harvesting calculator. A smart way to determine the tank size you require Rainwater harvesting remains the simplest and most efficient way to collect FREE rainwater for a multiple of domestic uses.   For most houses, 90% of the water that falls on the roof inevitably finds its way into the downpipes. Everyone should take advantage of this FREE water supply from the sky by simply connecting a rainwater-harvesting tank to a downpipe. But, most often, it’s the size of the tank required that causes the biggest headache because it’s important to balance supply and demand with the right sized tank(s) so that there’s adequate water supply during long dry periods. That is why JoJo Tanks designed a rainwater-harvesting calculator that allows you to easily establish the amount of water you are able to capture on an annual basis and the ideal size of the tank(s) you would need to install. The calculation does take into account the efficiency factor of different

Green The Classroom

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Children are often more aware than adults about the importance of being planet-friendly and the need to conserve scarce and precious natural resources.  Many however don't know what steps to take.   With the new year ahead, here are some ideas from JoJo Tanks that they can take to school to green their classroom: 1.       Start recycling of paper, plastic and metal in the classroom and motivate the entire school to participate 2.       Choose reusable packaging and a reusable BPA free water bottle, rather than throwaway plastic bottles to reduce waste creation at lunch time. 3.       Plant an indigenous tree outside the classroom for nature at your doorstep and a much cooler classroom 4.       Plants are nature's air filters and in the classroom they absorb computer radiation and airborne pollutants and provide oxygen and cooler air. Research indicates that indoor plants significantly reduce fatigue and incidences of cold-related ailments like sore throats