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TypAs a tropical country, Malaysia receives plenty of rainfall annually. Based on world meter statistics Malaysia receives 2,875 mm/year average volume of annual Rainfall and by average Malaysian required 18,341 m³/person/year of water. Malaysia has 0% dependency on obtaining water from other countries but in some rural places within Malaysia, we do not have proper piping systems. Based on The Outlook of Rural Water Supply in Developing Country report on 2017 report, only 50-60% houses in some location especially Kelantan, Sabah and Sarawak do have proper piping system.

Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number 6, which aims to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all by 2030. This goal addresses critical issues such as water scarcity and the need for sustainable water management practices.

Given the UN report's alarming statistics about high water stress and potential displacement due to water scarcity, your focus on promoting rainwater harvesting is timely and impactful. Rainwater harvesting can significantly reduce reliance on piped water supplies, especially in regions experiencing water stress. It offers a sustainable alternative by capturing rainwater and making it available for general uses such as irrigation, sanitation, and even drinking water in some contexts.