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FREE 4-WEEK LONG SAMPLE COURSE
Rainwater Harvesting Taste Test
Your Sneak Peek into the Wonderful World of Rainwater Harvesting
Are you curious about the world of rainwater harvesting but unsure if it’s right for you?
We’ve designed the “Taste Test” just for you – a 4-week long sample course that offers a glimpse into our comprehensive Rainwater Harvesting Masterclass.
Compare traditional versus systems thinking when you consider the cumulative response.
Employ appropriate maintenance strategies if you are concerned about the water quality in your RWH system.
Save time and money with a design based on the features of your site
In this sampler, you’ll get a taste of the quality content, expert guidance, and practical knowledge that our full course delivers.
Taught by globally recognized experts Dr. Peter Coombes and Michelle Avis, the “Taste Test” provides a solid foundation, showcasing the potential of rainwater harvesting to transform your property into a sustainable water haven.
Meet Your World-Class Faculty
Peter is director of Urban Water Solutions, providing strategic design, policy and economic advice, and education on urban, rural, and natural water cycles and systems to clients including Australian, U.N., and international governmental, municipal and private sector bodies, for more than 20 years. Read More.
Michelle is the co-author of Essential Rainwater Harvesting and co-founder of Verge Permaculture, a globally-recognized and award-winning design, consulting, and education hub offering online and real-time programs to design and/or create integrated, regenerative systems for shelter, energy, water, waste and food. Read More.
Though this sample course only scratches the surface of the in-depth knowledge contained in our full Comprehensive Rainwater Harvesting Course, it’s an excellent first step to understanding the abundant, clean water future that could be yours.
PROVEN STRATEGIES
Learn the importance of a site plan and how to build one.
ACTIONABLE TOOLS
Best practices for the installation of your rainwater pump.
BONUS CONTENT
Download the Independent Rainwater Harvesting Guide.
So, are you ready to take a sip of what our course has to offer? Take a look at the various modules we’ve set up for you down below!
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| Module | High-Level Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Module #1 | Welcome & Contextualization |
| Module #2 | Regional-Scale Systems Thinking |
| Module #3 | Your Tank is a Bio-Reactor |
| Module #4 | Rainwater Harvesting Design Guide |
| Module #5 | Building a Site Plan by Hand |
| Module #6 | Good Design & Sensible Maintenance |
| Module #7 | When Should You Clean Your Tank? |
| Module #8 | Storage, Pumps & End Use |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The instructor may offer you optional practice exercises that are designed to hone the skills and knowledge being taught. These are not required to complete the course.
All of our courses and products are hosted on our proprietary learning management portal. As soon as you register we will send you an email with complete instructions on how to access your course materials. If you need help after registering please reach out to us at customercare@vergepermaculture.ca