Sustainable Systems & Designs. USGS Water Resources of the United States. Water is one of seven science mission areas of the U.S.
Geological Survey (USGS). Water's mission is to collect and disseminate reliable, impartial, and timely information that is needed to understand the Nation's water resources. USGS Continuous Water-Quality Monitoring During December 2015 Flood Events. Harvested Rainwater. An Atmosphere Excavated – Dew Harvesting / John Becker. A fictional narrative conceived by John Becker at the GSAPP, Columbia University exploring the potential of the dew collection though the past, present, and future.
Dating back to the 18th century the Harnham Estate, located a short distance outside Salisbury England has documented regional techniques for harvesting water providing a rich history of the practice and the subsequent effects. The methods applied through the centuries reflect regional limitations, a shift in intention and attempts to amplify efficiencies. Although many of these techniques are specific to the region and time period, they are not necessarily unique to the site; it is the extent of the documentation of these exercises and the entrepreneurial achievements intent on monetary gain that make the subsequent story so fascinating.