Catching Raindrops
Why slow down the flow of storm water?
Ringsend has a combined sewer system, like many other places in Ireland. This means wastewater and stormwater go into one pipe system to be treated together. As storm events increase in intensity and frequency, the collecting systems are put under stress, and lead to overflow of diluted wastewater into our rivers and sea. The problem is amplified by increased use of impermeable materials over gardens and driveways, and reduction of green spaces.
Rainwater retention planters are a beautiful solution to urban water problems. The principle of a rain retention planter is to slow and temporarily store rainwater before it enters our drains, preventing the likelihood of surface-level flooding and pollution of the sea with wastewater. This is done by channelling water from a downpipe (a pipe which collects water from the roof or a building), into a planter before entering the drain.
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Free rainwater planters exclusively for residents of Ringsend and Irishtown, Co. Dublin.
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Receive a free specialised rainwater planter made from recycled composite plastic, galvanised steel and aluminum (91cm long x 86cm tall x 51cm wide). *Plants not included*
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Reduce pressure on local sewage systems by utilising storm rainwater and consequently reduce pollution of the sea.
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Enhance your connection to nature and gain an opportunity for gardening and mindfulness.
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Create natural habitats and attract pollinators & biodiversity and brighten hard urban landscapes with self-sustainable greenery.
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Contribute to research on rainwater retention planters as a water management nature-based solution.
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Join our community project and take part in raising awareness of actions we can all take to make our neighbourhoods greener and more resilient to the changing climate.
The goal has been reached!
100 planters installed
