OS BENEFÍCIOS DE UM SISTEMA DE CAPTAÇÃO DE ÁGUAS PLUVIAIS COM ESTAÇÃO DE TRATAMENTO PARA FINS NÃO POTÁVEIS : Um estudo de caso na empresa Casas Coelho – Materiais de Construção

Abstract

This paper presents a case study regarding the benefits of the rainwater catchment system with mini treatment plant. Water is a heritage of humanity and its pursuit is increasingly unbridled. As methodology was used bibliographic research in books and articles, as well as a field, research carried out in the company Casas Coelho - Building Materials located in the

city of Alfenas - MG. The survey responded to the problem outlined, namely whether a non- potable rainwater catchment system with a mini treatment plant offers both financial and

environmental benefits for companies. The hypothesis that the implementation of the rainwater catchment system is extremely costly was refuted. The hypothesis was confirmed that to be successful in the implementation of the rainwater catchment system it is mandatory to have a documented official project. The hypothesis that drinking water consumption will be reduced after the implementation of the rainwater catchment system has been confirmed. Given the studies presented, it was possible to find out that Casas Coelho –Building Construction Company will obtain gains in both the financial sector and the sustainability factor. To this end, it was proposed as an improvement the installation of a system capable of capturing 40,000 liters / month and a mini treatment plant. improve water quality for reuse. A study was presented to the company with a sketch with what should be performed. The total investment payback may be effective in 14 years.