Use automatic controllers, know the pitfalls of “smart controllers”
Determine the amount of irrigation delivered by different systems
How to search and apply for rebates through ‘Bewaterwise.com’
Homework review
Client system evaluation
What brand/manufacturer are they using
How long does it take to water 1.5”?
How would you water natives with this system?
Discussion: Smart Controllers
In-class exercise
Program a “Smart Controller”
Discussion: Troubleshooting irrigation problems
Discussion: Water use regulations
WELO (Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance)-State level ordinance which promotes the efficient use of water in new and retrofitted landscapes over 500 square feet
CIMIS (CA Irrigation Management Information Systems)-Network of weather stations collecting data across the state for the efficient application of irrigation
MAWA (Maximum Allowed Water Allowance)- This is the upper limit of the annual allowed water for an established landscape area. The calculated number is based upon the size of the Landscape and evapotranspiration (ETo).
WUCOLS (Water Use Classification of Landscape Species)-Dataset of irrigation needs of over 3,500 species of plants use in landscapes in the state of CA
In-class exercise
Identify your nearest CIMIS station
Discussion: Fee-based irrigation services
Discussion: LADWP Rebates
In-class exercises
Research and Evaluate the rebates offered by LADWP