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Natural water infiltration
Boosts infiltration without machinery, enabling sustainable water flow into deeper soil levels for balanced hydration.
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Efficient groundwater recharge
Directs water to replenish groundwater naturally, improving availability in water-scarce regions.
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Enhanced soil stability
Strengthens soil structure, reducing erosion and creating a stable foundation for natural or built environments.
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Energy-free operation
Functions independently of external power, lowering costs and reducing environmental impact.
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Durable polyethylene build
Crafted from chemically inert polyethylene, GEPS units are long-lasting and resistant to environmental factors, ensuring durability in varied climates and soil conditions.
Modular design for flexibility
GEPS units come in multiple lengths, allowing tailored installation patterns that adapt to specific site requirements for optimal soil hydration and stability.
Passive energy activation
The unit’s internal structure harnesses natural soil forces, enabling energy-free water movement for efficient groundwater recharge and moisture control.
Compact profile for seamless installation
With a slim, cylindrical form, GEPS units install just below the surface, allowing integration into the landscape without disrupting existing vegetation or infrastructure.
Top-down action
GEPS volumetrically distributes moisture within the ground, enhancing natural infiltration and directing moisture deep into the soil.
Bottom-up action
GEPS releases moisture upward during dry periods, maintaining soil health and stabilizing upper layers without additional water sources.
10x
Faster infiltration rate
Increases infiltration rate up to 10 times compared to native soil conditions.
50%
Reduction in irrigation
GEPS reduces irrigation needs up to 50% thanks to its upward moisture release properties.
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No maintenance
Operates entirely on passive energy, harnessing natural forces without external power, ensuring sustainable and cost-effective performance.
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Invisible
The GEPS system is installed underground and will perform without any change to the landscape.
See the technology in action
Feature | Exlterra | Traditional Solutions |
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Water infiltration speed | Up to 10x faster infiltration rate. | Slower water absorption rates. |
Energy consumption | Passive system with no energy input required. | Often require pumps or power-driven mechanisms. |
Soil erosion control | Enhances soil stability and reduces erosion naturally. | Limited or no impact on soil erosion. |
Groundwater recharge efficiency | Recharges groundwater efficiently, even in compacted soils. | Limited recharge, especially in compacted areas. |
Surface water accumulation | Prevents standing water by facilitating rapid absorption. | Prone to pooling, especially during heavy rain. |
Adaptability to landscape | Customizable layout for various terrains. | Fixed layouts with limited adaptability. |
Long-term reliability | Durable with consistent performance over time. | Performance can decline, requiring frequent updates. |
Ecological compatibility | Maintains natural soil composition and biodiversity. | Can disrupt soil structure and microbial life. |
Sustainable water management
Manages water naturally, enhancing infiltration without disrupting the land.
Passive energy operation
Works autonomously by using soil’s own forces to redistribute water effectively.
Groundwater recharge solution
Boosts groundwater levels by directing water deep into the soil.
Reduces surface water accumulation
Eliminates standing water, keeping landscapes usable and safe.
Supports soil stability
Strengthens soil, ideal for construction and erosion prevention.
Simple installation process
Quickly installed without heavy equipment, preserving natural surroundings.
A permanent, energy passive solution to support water resilient landscapes
Exlterra GEPS is a groundbreaking, energy-free system that solves soil and stormwater issues at their source. GEPS naturally boosts water infiltration, stabilizes soil, and recharges groundwater. It transforms landscapes and makes soil challenges a thing of the past—all with minimal intervention and lasting results.
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Ground-up solutions
Breaking new ground
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Exlterra GEPS design
The roots of soil health
Precision-engineered to use nature's forces
Exlterra’s GEPS units are designed to work with nature, using durable, chemically neutral polyethylene for long-lasting, eco-friendly performance.
Modular in design, they come in various lengths to address specific site needs with precision.
GEPS relies on a passive energy system that uses natural soil pressures to drive water infiltration, enhancing groundwater recharge without external power.
The compact, cylindrical units are installed 2 feet below the surface, blending seamlessly into the landscape without disturbing plants or infrastructure.
Built to withstand diverse ground conditions, GEPS offers a reliable, sustainable solution for water management and soil health.
Built for underground durability
Remain leak-free and effective throughout their entire lifespan.
Wide temperature range
Operates reliably from -20°F to 170°F (-29°C to 76°C)
Different lengths available
GEPS units range from 5 to 40 feet (1.5 to 12 meters) long.
Minimal installation depth
Installs just 1 to 1.64 feet (30 to 50 cm) below ground.
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Questions & answers
Stormwater management and groundwater recharge
How Exlterra GEPS outperforms traditional solutions
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Quick and easy installation
Site assessment
Evaluate soil composition, moisture levels to determine optimal units placement.
Pattern layout
Design a custom installation layout for maximum infiltration and soil stabilization.
Drilling and plugging
Install GEPS units ensuring correct placement and functionality.
Installing Exlterra’s technology is a low-impact process that preserves the landscape while improving soil and water health.
Compact units are placed just below the surface with minimal disruption, following a custom layout for optimal coverage.
Using Exlterra's ultra-light drilling rigs, the installation is fast and precise, delivering immediate results without heavy machinery or prolonged site work.
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What users say
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Why Exlterra GEPS is unique
Exlterra's GEPS transformed our waterlogged parks into vibrant, usable spaces. The system resolved standing water issues and reduced mosquito presence, making areas suitable for recreational activities.
James Breuckman
City Manager, City of Pleasant Ridge, USA
We had heavy rain before a gymnastics festival. Although the GEPS installed area was the site of the bleachers, the ground was totally dry. We also noticed a strong effect after typhoon #19 passed through the Kanto region: the ground would have been oversaturated, but it was not.
Hideaki Taira
Principal, Azabu High School, Tokyo, Japan
Since GEPS was installed, the fairway no longer has stagnant water issues. No drainage system ever allowed such a result. And the soil now always has a good moisture level, even in dry periods.
Guillaume Sajus
Greenskeeper, Domaine Imperial Golf Club, Switzerland