Bermuda’s roof-catchment system will be the focus of a radio documentary, set to air on the BBC World Service this week.

Tomorrow’s episode of My Perfect Country, which examines political, economic and social issues around the world, will look at Bermuda’s unique water system and if it could be implemented elsewhere.

Previous episodes of the programme have tackled Estonia’s digital state, Costa Rica’s green energy policy, Portugal’s drug policy, India’s sanitation policy, Michigan’s suicide prevention policy and Uganda’s revolutionary law-and-order apps.

Bermuda resident Brooke Burfitt, who produced and recorded the radio documentary, said she was inspired by her own experience since moving to the island.

“When I moved here, I initially dreaded the idea of using water from a tank. I’ve only ever had to turn on the tap and use what I want, so I didn’t think I would cope too well with conserving water,” she said.

“Surprisingly, my habits changed quickly and the water tastes so pure and fresh. I soon completely changed my mind and wondered why no other country had adopted this simple system.

“Speaking to local experts on this was really eye-opening, because all the interviewees were refreshingly open about the benefits, but also the limitations, so I think it will instigate an interesting discussion and inform worldwide listeners about our water conversation policies which have been refined over the last 400 years.”

The documentary will include several Bermudian voices, including representatives from Bermuda Waterworks, the Department of Planning, the Department of Health, Tim James of James Water Service, Stuart Hayward of BEST and Ed Christopher, the Hamilton Town Crier.

“I really wanted to capture the colour and vibrancy of the island in the radio piece and use as many different voices as possible. Whilst it is informative, I also want the episode to be fun, so I taped a guided tour of the capital with Mr Christopher, a ride along in a water truck with Mr James and a stroll on the beach with Mr Hayward.

“I can’t wait to hear how the programme turns out and hope Bermuda enjoys it.”

The episode is set to be broadcast on BBC World Service at 4pm on December 22, and will subsequently be made available on iPlayer as a podcast.