A water catchment system is saving normally wasted water and reusing it for irrigation or other non-potable (non-drinkable) uses. 

The Monterey Peninsula's water shortage is severe, and as such, Cal-Am and the Monterey Peninsula Regional Water District have teamed up to offer a significant rebate to promote the installation of rain catchment systems. They are willing to pay $25 for every 100 gallons of rain catchment system installed, up to 3000 gallons. This comes to $625 for a 2500 gallon tank ideal for household use.*

To learn more about how you can capture rainwater and apply for rebates go to:

    www.WaterAwareness.org

You can download the brochure here.

Get rebates for a limited time only! 

The Rainwater Catchment in Monterey County is an initiative of Monterey County Business Council.

Do-it-Yourself Sustainability

You can install catchment systems in various forms, from comprehensive gray water systems to simple rain barrels.  Either way, these systems will save you money in the long term in the face of rising water costs in the Monterey area.

A video from green architect, Michelle Kaufman:

*Monterey Grey Water Guild - http://www.montereygreywater.com/

Monterey Peninsula Water Management District - http://www.mpwmd.dst.ca.us/