rainwater capture Archives

BlueBarrel helps battle back against drought

by Cool Davis Staff July 5, 2022

Although the drought remains dire and disheartening, it’s not a helpless situation. With BlueBarrel Rainwater Catchment Systems, one can harvest water — and hope — to help hydrate California’s future. Starting back in 2012, BlueBarrel was the brainchild of Davis native and DHS graduate Jesse…

Consumption, Local Business, Resilience

Landscape Designers Promote Climate Friendly Gardens Talk

by Cool Davis Staff February 15, 2019

Is it possible to create a garden that actively works to reverse climate change while being beautiful and flourishing? The dedicated landscape designers at the Sacramento District of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD) think so. The organization is hosting a talk, titled, “Climate…

Community, Consumption, Local Business

Jeff T Fills Pool with Rain After the Skies Clear

by Leslie Crenna November 30, 2016

Nov 30, 2016 A quick Cool Story for you swimming pool fans: Here in Davis, swimming pools are super refreshing in the heat of summer. But the evaporation can amount to a lot of water. While we’re receiving nearly an average year’s worth of rainfall…

Consumption, Cool Solutions, Inspiration

Rain + Plants + People = Success at Cesar Chavez School Garden

by Leslie Crenna July 11, 2016

July 11, 2016 By Leslie Crenna If you aren’t connected with Cesar Chavez Elementary school (CCE), you might not know about the amazing progress of the school garden program over the past few years. New energy, dedication from stalwart veterans, and support from Principal Denise…

Community, Consumption