Imagine getting fined for catching rain. Sounds absurd, right? Yet across the United States, particularly in arid Western regions, rainwater harvesting operates in a surprisingly complex legal gray ...

You can’t always count on Mother Nature to fix your dry, patchy lawn or wilted garden. Perhaps the easiest way to conserve and store water for a non-rainy day is with a rain barrel specifically ...

A homeowner replaced an old wooden rain barrel with a new one, noticing the rainwater collected has a whiskey-like scent. The new rain barrel setup includes a diverter, filter and overflow pipe, ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — On Aug. 15, a special workshop from the West Michigan Environmental Action Council — or WMEAC — will teach participants how to create and install their own rainwater ...

Rain barrels have become the eco-friendly badge of honor for modern homeowners. They promise lower water bills, greener gardens, and a feel-good sense of sustainability that makes you feel like you’re ...

Residents are turning to rain barrel systems to conserve water and cut costs, boosting demand for local businesses.

Lafayette residents can buy discounted rain barrels until May 4. The program promotes water conservation and protects the Bayou Vermilion Watershed. The first rain barrel costs $44, and additional ...