“WE WANT TO HARVEST AS MUCH WATER AS POSSIBLE AND BE ABLE TO KEEP AND USE IT ON THE LAND FOR AS LONG AS NECESSARY.”

Geological-geotechnical and hydrological investigations form the basis of our work. We find water sources*, evaluate them and use current precipitation data – including those from our own weather stations – to calculate surface water runoff. With this data, we can develop systemic strategies for decentralized water retention and -supply. The processing and presentation of data in CAD and GIS are an integral part of our projects.

We have years of experience in planning and building multifunctional retention systems. These systems serve to store and supply water, prevent erosion and flooding, promote biodiversity and have a positive influence on the microclimate. Where applicable, the water can also be used for water gardens, aquaculture, or for firefighting.

In the planning and implementation of water retention systems we follow a consistently systemic approach: We analyze and evaluate the relevant natural parameters and integrate all available surface water, springs, soil and vegetation.

Our decentralized, semi-natural rainwater management systems serve to store, hold, use, and infiltrate rainwater on site. Temporary rainwater storage (using ponds and the like) and improved infiltration, decisively reduce the surface runoff of rainwater – correspondingly the public sewer system is relieved. Companies, municipalities and private individuals can effectively reduce the risk of flooding and store rainwater for irrigation in subsequent dry periods.

*When searching for water sources, one sometimes comes across the claim that there are “water veins” underground that only can be found using “dowsing rods”. In fact, a spring is a natural exit point at which groundwater emerges out of the aquifer and flows onto the top of the Earth’s crust (pedosphere) to become surface water. Since groundwater represents a three-dimensional (laminar) body, springs cannot be compared to linear structures such as “veins”. In short: Better not get involved in dubious in rods and the like but use our geological and hydrogeological expertise to find water on your site.

“WE DEVELOP HEALTHY, RESLIENT FORESTS THAT ARE ADAPTED TO THE SPECIFIC LOCATION AND THUS MEET THE CHALLENGES OF CLIMATE CHANGE.”

To use their forest in an economically sensible and sustainable way, forest owners need planning. We examine the current state of the specific situation – soil, water, biodiversity, geology and tree species inventory – identify the potential of the area and support you in developing a stable, productive, constantly rejuvenating forest.

“SOIL HEALTH AND FERTILITY RESULTS PRIMARILY FROM THE ACTIVITY OF SOIL LIFE WHICH COMPRISES 25% OF THE WORLDS BIODIVERSITY.”

The productive potential of any cultural landscape is determined by the state of the soil. In the long term only a living, healthy soil can guarantee good yields.Fertile soils are characterized by high humus contents (organic matter), high population of soil organisms, crumbly structure and high root density.
Soil is also the most important water reservoir – the higher the humus content, the better and faster the soil can absorb and hold precipitation. Humus-rich soils work like a sponge and can store many times their own weight in water.

Soil always results from the interaction of subsoil (geology), climate, vegetation over time. We analyze your soil and help you to understand it, foster it and make it climate-fit. Our measures protect the soil from erosion by wind and water, activate soil life and thus promote soil formation processes and soil fertility.

“PERMACULTURE RECOGNIZES, USES AND PROMOTES THE POTENTIAL OF THE SPECIFIC LANDSCAPE.”

We bring expertise to cultural landscape planning. Our aim is to demonstrate what is possible when you link landscape, soil, water and vegetation together. This way, we design landscapes that are sustainably productive, economical, and as resilient and functional as possible.

We work with private individuals, companies and municipalities and develop cost-efficient and far-sighted solutions for the future of their land.
Our measures improve the water balance, activate soil life, prevent erosion and promote humus formation and biodiversity.