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==Overview==
 
==Overview==
Rain barrels are an above ground form of rainwater harvesting, typically used in residential settings. The precipitation flows from the roof, to the guttering and down the downspout before being diverted to the rain barrel for storage.
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Rain barrels are an above ground form of rainwater harvesting, typically used in residential settings. The precipitation flows from the roof, to the guttering and down the downspout before being diverted to the rain barrel for storage. You can also view how to set up your own rain barrel system at home by checking out TRCA's [https://trca.ca/news/set-up-rain-barrels-harvest-rainwater/ How to set up a Rain Barrel and Harvest Rainwater] page.  
 
{{textbox|1=Rain barrels are an ideal technology for:  
 
{{textbox|1=Rain barrels are an ideal technology for:  
 
*Individual homes, where the owners can make good use of the water to irrigate a garden   
 
*Individual homes, where the owners can make good use of the water to irrigate a garden   

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