Where else are cisterns used in the country? How progressive is the Triangle in terms of cistern use/policy?
Rainwater harvesting has been in practice for many years in the western part of the country where the systems are a necessity because of the extreme water shortages. The Southeast is catching up and Georgia has introduced some policies and codes encouraging rainwater harvesting. The Triangle is becoming increasingly aware of our water shortage problems and in the last couple of years has begun recognizing rainwater harvesting as a proactive solution. Some of the current rainwater codes and regulations in this area are not as progressive as in other parts of the country but they are continually evolving and heading in the right direction.
