J. David Bamberger: June 11, 1928 – January 17, 2026
On January 17, 2026, we lost one of Texas’ great conservation voices. J. David Bamberger, the founder of Selah, the Bamberger Ranch Preserve, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He [...]
Sonora Bank New Braunfels – 2024 TWDB Rain Catcher Award
The rainwater harvesting system at the Sonora Bank branch building in New Braunfels was awarded a 2024 Rain Catcher Award from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) for the Commercial [...]
Embracing the Future: The Rise of Rainwater Harvesting
In recent years, a conservation revolution has been taking place across the globe, changing the way we think about water resources and sustainability. Rainwater harvesting, once an age-old [...]
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. This post runs through the online application [...]
The Benefits of Rainwater Harvesting in an Urban Environment?
In our rapidly urbanizing world, where concrete jungles seem to be replacing natural landscapes, the importance of sustainable practices cannot be overstated. One such practice that holds the key [...]
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 Ranch. We had a wonderful conversation that ranged from the current water [...]
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 a perfect time for rainwater harvesting.
What can I expect during the installation of my rainwater system?
Will my yard be torn up? How do you get the rainwater tank in place? All installation questions answered here.
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 Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) for the Educational category. The [...]