ACO challenge unsustainable water solutions at RHS Hampton

Water management Accredited Supplier ACO, partnered with the RHS to explore domestic rainwater solutions through the RHS Resilient Garden at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival. ACO and the RHS reimagine rainwater as a precious resource by leveraging the power of products and plants to turn talk into action.
 
ACO has taken a bold step in addressing the non-sustainable water solutions plaguing our gardens. As the predictability and sustainability of rainfall decline, gardens have suffered the consequences. Floods and droughts have become erratic, while scorching heatwaves and freezing spells have further aggravated the situation. Consequently, discussions surrounding water conservation have dominated garden chatter, highlighting the urgency of the matter.

Despite the concern, rainwater continues to be channelled from our roofs and patios down storm drains, leading to further consequences. Sewage overflow into rivers and seas occurred over 800 times a day last year alone, increasing water pollution, ecosystem disruption and threat to water supplies.

Furthermore, we persist in using drinking-quality water for our kitchens and gardens, oblivious to the fact that by 2050, the demand for drinking water will surpass the available supply.

Recognising the gravity of this situation, ACO has collaborated with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) to tackle these issues head-on. Together, ACO, RHS and Garden Designer Tom Massey embarked on a venture through their RHS Resilient Garden at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival, where they sought to explore innovative rainwater solutions for domestic use. The garden used innovative techniques to highlight rainwater as a precious resource, harnessing the potential of products and plants to transform mere discussions into tangible actions.

During their presence at Hampton, ACO's stand presented a thought-provoking challenge to the prevailing issues, such as the wastage of rainwater and drinking water through conventional drainage systems. Through the lens of ACO, the focus shifted towards soaking up rainwater through ingenious water storage and irrigation systems. This not only allows us to reuse water efficiently but also significantly reduces our reliance on clean tap water for our gardening needs.

By integrating clever water storage mechanisms into our gardens, we have the opportunity to transform rainwater into a sustainable solution. ACO's partnership with the RHS exemplifies its commitment to championing these innovative practices, encouraging individuals and companies to adopt greener approaches.

Through their collaborative efforts, ACO and the RHS aim to foster a paradigm shift in how we view and utilise water resources. By demonstrating the viability and effectiveness of these alternative water management systems, they inspire us to actively contribute to a more sustainable future.