This blog is the second in a two-part series about stormwater management. The first blog [Stormwater Management Basics] addressed the basics of stormwater management regulations. Green infrastructure options for stormwater management are presented below.
How does Green Infrastructure help with Stormwater Management?
An increasingly popular and holistic approach for effective management of stormwater runoff is the implementation of green infrastructure. Green infrastructure is the application of measures that use plant or soil systems, permeable pavement or other permeable surfaces, systems for stormwater collection and reuse, or landscaping. These measures facilitate the storage, infiltration and evaporation of stormwater, while reducing runoff to sewer systems or to natural water bodies. The foundation of green infrastructure is the implementation of a vegetative cover. Vegetative cover acts as an effective barrier in preventing erosion, by absorbing the energy of raindrops, slowing velocity of runoff, increasing infiltration, and helping soil to bind. Green infrastructure is cost-effective, resilient, and treats stormwater at its source while providing social and environmental benefits.
What are some of the social and environmental benefits of Green Infrastructure?
Examples of Green Infrastructure:
Green Roofs: Green roofs are covered with growing vegetation that enable rainfall infiltration and evaporation of stored water. They are particularly cost-effective in dense urban areas where land values are high, or on large industrial or office buildings where stormwater management costs can be prohibitive.
Is your site looking for cost-effective solutions to manage stormwater runoff? Do you need guidance on the relevant regulations associated with stormwater management practices? Walden’s team of engineers can assist you in complying with necessary regulations as well as provide customized solutions for stormwater management. Call us today at (516)-559-6979 to discuss your stormwater management needs.
Sources:
https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2015-10/documents/sw_swppp_guide.pdf
https://www.epa.gov/green-infrastructure/what-green-infrastructure
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