Infiltrating rainwater runoff from impermeable surfaces to create native plant habitat and recharge local groundwater.  Keeping rainwater from picking up pollutants and sediment as it runs quickly through the watershed reduces damage to human health and property and sensitive ecosystems downstream.

Capturing and utilizing the waste water from domestic sinks, showers, tubs and washing machines to increase the productivity of sustainable backyard ecosystems.  Irrigation of fruit trees with greywater provides families with a source of nutrition and income while also benefiting the environment and local watershed.