Chris Maxwell-Gaines

I am a professional civil engineer that focuses on creating impacting and sustainable projects by identifying all of the hidden water conservation opportunities available in a project. I am particularly interested in working within the realms of sustainable site planning, integrated water management and planning, and low impact development practices.

City of Austin Water Conservation Rebates Process

In 2024, the City of Austin Water Conservation department updated their water conservation rebate process to institute an online application. …

Wastewater Averaging: What Is It and How Can You Save Money With It?

It's that time of the year… the leaves are changing colors, there is a chill in the air, Fall is…

Talking Water on the Capitol Ranch Real Estate Podcast

I had the opportunity to sit down and talk all things water with Colton Harbert on The Roundup with Capitol…

How Rainwater Harvesting Systems Can Help During Severe Weather

Rainwater harvesting systems are water conservation systems... you collect rainwater in order to store it and conserve it for later…

Rainwater Harvesting during a Drought: Thinking About the Next Rainy Day

"Why should I invest in a rainwater harvesting system, if there is no rain falling?" Learn why a drought is…

Reilly Elementary School – 2022 TWDB Rain Catcher Award

The rainwater harvesting system at the Austin ISD Reilly Elementary School has received a 2022 Rain Catcher Award from the…

Project Spotlight: Hennigan Residence

The Hennigans set out on an environmental journey. The goal was to remodel an existing home in a way that…

How Much Rainwater Can I Collect From My Roof?

Ever wonder how you calculate your rainwater collection potential for your roof? Find out in this post!

How can I find rainwater harvesting system installers outside of Texas?

Being in business since 2004, our name and website has gotten around the interwebs. So we receive requests from all…

What are the Disadvantages of Rainwater Harvesting?

As Gary Coleman, famously said, “Whatcha talkin bout Willis?  Rainwater harvesting has disadvantages???” Well, I kinda added that last part…