Rainwater Harvesting for Potable and Non-Potable Use: Design, Houston Permitting, Testing, and More!

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Rainwater Harvesting for Potable and Non-Potable Use: Design, Houston Permitting, Testing, and More!

This event is free and open to the public; however, your reservation is requested.

Join Mark Illian and Amanda Tullos as they present how to design, permit and install rainwater harvesting systems for potable household or commercial use. Amanda will discuss the impact of rainwater harvesting on LEED strategies and the Living Building Challenge objectives. Mark will describe several different kinds of above and below ground rainwater harvesting systems that are simultaneously used for drinking water, and irrigation. Special attention will be placed on details that are critical to a successful project and safe water consumption. System permitting, sizing, pre and post filtration, storage, cost, water testing, and maintenance considerations will be examined. An interesting addition to the presentation will be photos of rather primitive yet elegant and highly effective rainwater harvesting systems used in remote villages in South America, Africa, and South East Asia.

6:00 - 6:30 PM - Reception

6:30 - 8:00 PM - Presentation

Learning Objectives:      

1.Understand the nine primary considerations that need to be addresses for a successful residential or commercial rainwater harvesting project.
2.Learn the importance of design considerations for rainwater filtration and purification in potable or non-potable applications.
3.Gain a basic understanding of the tools available to calculate the required rainwater collection area and the tank volume needed for specific applications.
4.Ascertain the applicable UPC and City of Houston Code requirements.
5.Recognize the types of biologicals and chemicals that you will have to remove from the rainwater in relation to the roof material being utilized.
6.Understand where, how, and when to have the water tested.

This session has been approved for 1.5 HSW|LU AIA credits.

Parking:

As this is a free event, parking will not be validated.  The typical cost to park in nearby Hobby Center and Theater District Garages ranges from $7-$10.  Downtown street parking is also recommended and may be free after 6PM.