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Explaining the Drainage Mechanism to the Ecosystem

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where does the water go?

What happens here

The speaker further elaborates on the system's function: after passing through the permeable joint material, the water drains down into a 'permeable base' beneath the pavers. From there, it 'percolates into the ecosystem,' preventing surface runoff and contributing to groundwater recharge.

Goal: Detail how the permeable system allows water to enter the ecosystem.

Tools and materials

  • Permeable Base — The sub-surface layer that facilitates water drainage