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

April 21st 2026 - 8:00am
Sonoma Water, Redwood Room

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:

Introduction to Rainwater Catchment
Codes, Permits, and Accreditations
System Planning
Fill System
Water Storage
Distribution Systems
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 the field exercise.

Class presentations Tuesday April 21st, and Wednesday April 22nd from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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

The field exercise and networking will take place on April 23rd- 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location address will be disclosed at a later time.

Registration closes 04/14/2026

Instructors:

Chris Reamer, Principal, ALT Water