Geoff is in Salalah, Oman, explaining the orographic effect, a meteorological phenomenon caused by the mountains and hills of the Dhofar region. It affects the weather and climate, creating lush vegetation in an otherwise desert landscape.

This video is the first in a series where Geoff takes us on a journey through Oman’s ancient water harvesting and irrigation systems. To follow his adventure, watch the following videos:

The Ancient Irrigation Systems of Oman; Misfat Al Abriyeen -    • The Ancient Irrigation Systems of Oma...  
The Ancient Irrigation Systems of Oman; Birkat Al Mouz -    • The Ancient Irrigation Systems of Oma...  
The Ancient Irrigation Systems of Oman; Wadi Bani Khalid -    • The Ancient Irrigation Systems of Oma...  

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Key Takeaways:
- The unusual orographic effect and absorbent soft rocks created by the mountains near Salalah, Oman, have helped to hydrate the landscape in the midst of a desert setting.
- We can replicate effects like this with our earthworks, particularly with water soaking elements like swales.

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About Geoff:

Geoff is a world-renowned permaculture consultant, designer, and teacher that has established demonstration sites that function as education centers in all the world's major climates. Geoff has dedicated his life to spreading permaculture design across the globe and inspiring people to take care of the earth, each other and to return the surplus.

About Permaculture:

Permaculture integrates land, resources, people, and the environment through mutually beneficial synergies – imitating the no-waste, closed-loop systems seen in diverse natural systems. Permaculture applies holistic solutions that are applicable in rural and urban contexts and at any scale. It is a multidisciplinary toolbox including agriculture, water harvesting and hydrology, energy, natural building, forestry, waste management, animal systems, aquaculture, appropriate technology, economics, and community development.