BE WATER EFFICIENT

 
 
 

The Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) program is an EPA WaterSense labeled professional certification in irrigation system audits. QWEL is a program of the Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership, and is available through the many organizations that have adopted the program.

 
 
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HIRE A QWEL PRO

QWEL Pros have been trained in efficient irrigation principles and sustainable landscaping practices, and can help to:

  • Use water efficiently in your landscape
  • Reduce runoff and overspray
  • Select and install efficient irrigation equipment
  • Develop your irrigation schedule and program your irrigation controller

FIND A QWEL PRO

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BECOME A QWEL PRO

  • FREE or low cost 20-hour training and certification on irrigation and water management
  • FREE online listing on QWEL and WaterSense websites
  • FREE annual renewal
  • Use of the QWEL logo
  • Offered in English and Spanish

BECOME A QWEL PRO

TRAINING CALENDAR

The training calendar includes QWEL certification workshops and other classes provided by QWEL Professional Certifying Organizations (PCOs). FREE, or low cost, 20-hour certification workshops include everything needed to become certified including an irrigation audit and exam.

Click on the class name to see the full details and to register. To register for a class you will be asked to either login or create a new user account for the QWEL website.

VIEW THE FULL TRAINING CALENDAR

QWEL LOCATIONS

QWEL is currently offered by water agencies, schools and colleges in a variety of locations across the United States. If QWEL is not currently offered in your area please refer to the following page: Adopt QWEL in Your Region.