Using rainwater can save money in the long run, especially amid rising utility costs. (Getty Images) Though people have been collecting rainwater for thousands of years, the process can be mystifying.

In our increasingly eco-conscious world, discovering methods that simultaneously shrink our environmental footprint and trim household expenses is a victory for both our wallets and the planet. One ...

As of May 2025, nearly 99% of Florida is experiencing drought, making this one of the driest years since 2008, according to the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network. The signs are obvious: watering ...

Many of those who have houses roofed with iron sheets, which are more suitable for harvesting rainwater, do not have where to store this water because they cannot afford tanks, accessories, and the ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. We collect rainwater and have been using it on our houseplants. We've noticed ...

In the morning David Sygall wakes up and passes the bathroom on his way outside. As he walks through the house his motion sensor lights switch on and off as he enters and leaves each room. Once ...

Rain is one of the purest forms of water in nature, or so we think. In Nigeria, especially during the rainy season, many households collect rainwater in buckets, tanks, or bowls. It’s free, feels ...

Though people have been collecting rainwater for thousands of years, the process can be mystifying. “Most homeowners know what a rain barrel is. They know the design they want and how much they’re ...