Underground water storage with Aquifer Storage & Recovery (ASR) Quick summary Underground water storage is a smart and functional solution to store water for future use The in-house developed and computer-controlled system allows fully automatic control of the water supply Take into account the chlorine content and flow rate of underground water Quick summary Underground water storage is a smart and functional solution to store water for future use The in-house developed and computer-controlled system allows fully automatic control of the water supply Take into account the chlorine content and flow rate of underground water Share this article facebook twitter whatsapp linkedin Underground storage of rainwater offers many advantages; for example, clean water is always available, storage capacity in the ground is usually not a problem, ‘expensive’ space above ground does not need to be freed up and the low cost per cubic meter speaks in favor of underground storage. Our specialists have now gained extensive experience in this method of water storage. That experience and knowledge have been combined and are reflected in an advanced system for underground rainwater storage: Aquifer Storage & Recovery system, also known as the ASR system. Store and pump back up as required If the soil structure under your farm allows it, the ASR could be the ideal solution. The operation of underground rainwater storage is as follows. Collected rainwater is temporarily stored above ground, allowing the water to be filtered, then infiltrated into an aquifer in the soil using a special well. And as soon as the water is needed in the cultivation facility, it is pumped up as required and stored in the above-ground rainwater storage. Certhon Computer System The Certhon Computer System (CCS) has been developed for earlier facilities. CCS is a software package that enables fully automatic control of the water supply in this case. In addition, the composition of the rainwater, based on EC measurements, among others, is continuously monitored. In the field There are a few things to consider before you can use the soil to store your rainwater. Consider the chlorine content and flow rate of the underground water. It may require sensors and multiple infiltration and abstraction sources. Clogging of the underground sand layer should also be avoided. We are currently installing the latest underground San Aquastore at Rijk Zwaan. Other benefits In areas where water shortages, drought and seasonal scarcity are common problems, underground water storage is a smart and functional solution to store water for future use. Provided the soil there allows it. Want to know more about the water storage solution at Rijk Zwaan? Learn more