Title:
Case Studies Implementing Stormwater Parks and Green Infrastructure Across North America
Description:
Explore the intersection of stormwater management, community development, and economic revitalization through the implementation of stormwater parks and green infrastructure projects. Discover how integrating green spaces into urban landscapes enhances water management practices, fosters social cohesion, promotes economic growth, and addresses environmental justice concerns. Case studies will showcase successful approaches, challenges, and lessons learned from diverse communities across America.
Interactive Session | Case Study AnalysisLearning Objectives
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Summarize the concept of stormwater parks and green infrastructure as multifunctional solutions that address both stormwater management and societal objectives.
2. Analyze the planning and evaluation factors involved in the development of stormwater parks, including considerations for public engagement, site characteristics, and economic growth potential.
3. Evaluate case studies of green infrastructure projects from various cities nationwide, examining construction challenges, project costs, maintenance strategies, and the integration of green infrastructure into urban landscapes.
PRESENTATIONS
Stormwater Parks: How to Create Economic and Social Resilience
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Group Analysis: Stormwater Parks
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Green Infrastructure Approaches: A National Perspective
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Group Analysis: Green Infrastructure Approaches
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM
Type:
Interactive Technical Session