Natural Fiber Surface Water Storage Tank Technology

overview

This technology enables construction of low-cost, durable water storage tanks using locally available natural fibers such as coconut and banana. Developed by RuTAG IIT Bombay and promoted through mason training by Jalvardhini, it offers an eco-friendly alternative to concrete tanks, with successful installations up to 2 lakh liters across Maharashtra and Karnataka.

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TRL
43
Number of units currently deployed
3
No. of days or hours of training required

Key Features

Natural Fiber Construction –Uses coconut and banana fibres for tank building
Cost-Effective Design –Construction cost as low as Rs. 2–3 per liter
Supported –Annual maintenance guidance for crack filling with cement.