Banking on Green: A Look at How Green Infrastructure Can Save Municipalities Money and Provide Economic Benefits Community-Wide
Looks at the most cost-effective options for managing polluted runoff and protecting clean water, and finds…
Author: American Rivers, Water Environment Federation, American Society of Landscape Architects, and ECONorthwest
Date published: 2012
Community Based Public-Private Partnerships and Alternate Market-Based Tools for Integrated Green Stormwater Infrastructure
This guide provides guidance for local governments who wish to engage in community based public-private…
Author: United States Environmental Protection Agency
Date published: 2015
National Climate Assessment Report
Assesses the impacts of climate change on the US, including on specific sectors such as energy, water and land…
Author: US Global Change Research Program
Date published: 2014
Nonpoint Source Outreach Toolbox
This toolbox contains a wealth of resources for public agencies and other organizations seeking to educate the public about stormwater pollution. It includes…
Author: US Environmental Protection Agency
Date published: Ongoing
Stormwater Management: Reducing Water Quantity and Improving Water Quality
This resource discusses the importance of managing stormwater runoff, and the problems encountered with high…
Author: Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund
Date published: Undated
US EPA Green Infrastructure website
Comprehensive source for tools and resources related to green infrastructure design, implementation,…
Author: US EPA
Date published: Ongoing
Benefits of a Green Street website
This EPA website describes the benefits of green streets and links to relevant resources.
Author: US EPA
Date published: Ongoing
Community Outreach Toolkit: Supporting the Reduction of Nutrient Pollution in the Mississippi-Atchafalaya River Basin
Provides a framework for developing effective communications materials, with chapters on developing key…
Author: US EPA
Date published: 2012
Flood Loss Avoidance Benefits of Green Infrastructure for Stormwater Management
Analyzes and quantifies the potential flood loss avoidance impacts of distributed stormwater control using…
Author: Atkins, US EPA
Date published: 2015
Green Infrastructure and Health Guide
This guide helps local government, communities, and health care organizations connect green…
Author: Willamette Partnership and Oregon Public Health Institute
Date published: 2018
Green Infrastructure Map
This map provides examples of green infrastructure financing stories from diverse communities across the…
Author: Environmental Finance Center
Date published: 2014
National Flood Insurance Program website
FEMA's website with comprehensive information on the National Flood Insurance Program. Includes…
Author: Federal Emergency Management Association
Date published: Ongoing
NOAA Green Infrastructure Tools website
Offered by NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS), this site includes green infrastructure resources organized…
Author: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Date published: Ongoing
Soak Up the Rain: Permeable Pavement
Website with information and examples on using permeable pavement to manage stormwater. Includes local…
Author: US EPA
Date published: Ongoing
Stormwater Best Management Practice: Bioswales
Describes bioswales as a stormwater best management practice and provides guidance on design and maintenance…
Author: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service
Date published: 2005
Stormwater Best Management Practice: Constructed Treatment Wetlands
Describes constructed wetlands as a best management practices for treating stormwater and improving water…
Author: US EPA
Date published: 2004
Stormwater Best Management Practice: Control Stormwater Runoff with Trees
Describes how trees can be used to manage stormwater.
Author: Center for Urban Forest Research, Pacific Southwest Research Station, USDA Forest Service
Date published: 2002
Stormwater Best Management Practice: Sand Filters
Describes sand filters as a stormwater best management practice and provides guidance on design, installation…
Author: US EPA
Date published: 1999
Summary of the Clean Water Act
This EPA website includes a summary description of the federal Clean Water Act as well as links to resources…
Author: US EPA
Date published: Ongoing
The Importance of Operation and Maintenance for the Long-Term Success of Green Infrastructure: A Review of Green Infrastructure O&M Practices in ARRA Clean Water State Revolving Fund Projects
Examines the O&M practices of 22 green infrastructure projects funded by the American Recovery and…
Author: US EPA
Date published: 2013