Study on the Feasibility of Dew Catchers to Overcome Water Scarcity in Siremeng Village
Keywords:
Dew Catcher, Clean Water Availability, Air Humidity, Simple Technology PrototypeAbstract
The availability of clean water is a significant challenge in many rural areas in Indonesia, including Siremeng Village, Pulosari District, Pemalang Regency. This study aims to explore the feasibility of using dew catchers as an alternative solution to overcome water scarcity. Data was collected through three-day testing of the tool, which showed that the tool was able to produce a maximum volume of dew water reaching 10 L/m² on days with high humidity (?97%). The technical feasibility of the tool is evident from its ability to collect dew water, while economic analysis shows that the cost of making this tool is quite affordable for the village community. On the social side, the results of the study show that local residents show interest and readiness to adopt this technology. Although the results are promising, the study also found that weather factors, such as wind speed and low night humidity, can affect dew yields. Therefore, consistent weather monitoring and further research are needed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of these dew capture systems. These findings show that dew catchers are not only an environmentally friendly solution, but also have the potential to contribute to sustainable development in areas experiencing a clean water crisis.
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