What is the typical payback for a Water Harvesting system? Do they make economical sense?
• System payback depends on a number of factors including the type of system installed (and its cost), the cost of municipal water, the local fees for water discharged into the waste system, environmental impact fees for storm water management, etc. Payback is only one of many considerations for installing a water harvesting system. This can range from 5-15 years depending on your circumstances. Most clients also have broader interests in supporting sustainability of potable water for their area; water harvesting is usually one of several actions taken by clients in an overall environmentally sensitive building.
