2026 QWEL Rainwater Training Program (English) - Santa Rosa, CA

Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper: Rainwater Training Program limited to professionals working in Marin, Sonoma, and Mendocino Counties.

Rainwater is a valuable resource that when collected and stored, can be used as an alternative water source helping offset the demand on existing water systems, such as wells, and municipal water.  Water is a precious resource in California and rainwater catchment is one strategy that can help protect this resource.  The purpose of this training is to introduce landscape installers and other water system professionals to the basics of rainwater catchment system design and installation.

 The list of topics covered in the QWEL Rainwater curriculum include:

1. Introduction to Rainwater Catchment
2. Codes, Permits, and Accreditations
3. System Planning
4. Fill System
5. Water Storage
6. Distribution Systems
7. System Maintenance

In order to receive a certificate of completion for the training, you must pass the exam with at least a 75% passing rate and participate in in-field instruction.

Class presentations Tuesday April 21st, and Wednesday April 22nd from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 

The exam will take place on Wednesday, April 22nd after presentations

The hands-on installation and networking will take place on April 23rd- 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Location address will be disclosed at a later time.

Registration closes 04/14/2026

Instructors:

Chris Reamer, Principal, ALT Water

Location:

Location: Sonoma Water, Redwood Room

Presenter: Chris Reamer, Principal, ALT Water

When:

Tuesday, April 21st, 2026 8:00 am-4:00 pm - Location:

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026 8:00 am-4:00 pm - Location:

Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 10:00 am-4:00 pm - Location:

Registration Closes: 04/14/2026

Sponsored by: California Water Efficiency Partnership

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