Are rainwater harvesting systems the same as water recovery systems?
No, although water recovery systems are often used in conjunction with rainwater harvesting systems. Water recovery systems recover the waste water known as ‘grey water’ that we use in our homes and use it for a second time. Typically this means water used from washing machines, baths and showers is filtered and then used to flush the toilets. Whilst efficient, water recovery systems can be difficult to install in an existing house. They are worth considering in a new build where all the necessary plumbing can easily be installed at comparatively low cost.
