Why
Rainwater harvesting systems capture and store rainwater from your rooftop. Capturing this water:
reduces pollutant runoff – Your rain barrel is collecting water that would otherwise flow quickly over impervious surfaces gathering pollutants that get carried into our rivers (including petroleum, fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, plastics, and more).
provides the ability to “spread-and-soak” - You can spread rainwater at a controlled pace, in a desired location, for a particular purpose.
minimizes erosion – Your rain barrel is helping to slow down water that would otherwise flow quickly to our rivers contributing to erosion.
conserves drinking water – Using rainwater for non-potable uses (watering your lawn, landscaping, and even washing your car or dog) reduces the demand on our resources.
show your “yard ethic” - Utilizing a rain water system is part of the Yard Ethic Certification program at both the silver and gold levels. To learn more about how you can participate in Yard Ethic, visit the web site below:
Resources:
- Local places to purchase rain barrels
- Rainwater Harvesting Manual for Southwest Missouri
- Get Yard Ethic certified with your new rain barrels
HOW
Introduction to Rain Barrels Video
Rain Barrel Installation Video
Save $
This one-time rebate is issued as a direct reimbursement to homeowners at a rate of $0.50 per gallon, based upon your new system's capacity.
For example, a 100-gallon system would yield a $50 rebate after installation. To qualify, rainwater harvesting systems must hold a minimum of 50 gallons. The rebate maximum per property is $300.
Completed rebate applications/documentation must be received within 90 days of installation. Rain barrels should be a “closed system” to prevent mosquitoes and eliminate other potential hazards.
Eligibility
Rebates for Christian County residents are currently on hold. We hope to see these rebates Resume LATER in 2023.
Residents of Greene County and Christian County (counties in southwest Missouri) are eligible to receive this rain barrel rebate.
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View before-and-after images from proud "Right as Rain" Rain Barrel Rebate participants.
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Examples
To receive a full application, please fill out the form below.
Note: After submitting this form, we will email the full application to you.
You will then need to:
1) fill out and return the full application (digital or print & mail)
2) provide before-and-after installation photos
3) provide copies of receipts/proof-of-purchase
...and then your rebate check will be delivered to you in a timely manner.
Apply
The "Right as Rain" Rain Barrel Rebate Program is funded thanks to:
Funding
Greene County
Christian County
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