Sentences with phrase «manage water runoff»

Constructed wetlands around the house and the inclusion of a green roof further help to increase energy efficiency and manage water runoff.

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Last year, the EPA awarded Stamets $ 80,000 to design a mycofiltration system for managing storm water runoff.

Managing storm - water runoff in urban settings is critical to keep basements dry, streets clear and passable, and streams and rivers healthy, but how much are homeowners willing to pay for it?

«It came as no surprise to us that people who experienced basement flooding were willing to pay for the city to manage the storm - water runoff,» said U of I environmental economist Amy Ando.

Any builders who are unable to manage 100 % of a project's runoff on - site would be required to pay a penalty of $ 13 a gallon for the water that is not safely redirected.

This hardy succulent plant is one of the best choices when it comes to choosing roof covering for green roofs, since it offers natural insulation, helps manage storm water runoff and sequester carbon.

Part IV: «Climate Change and Water: Rights and Runoff» presents Donald Bren Distinguished Professor of Corporate Environmental Management Gary Libecap and Assistant Professor of Hydrology Christina Tague in a discussion about the complexities of managing the ever - increasing demands placed on scarce water resouWater: Rights and Runoff» presents Donald Bren Distinguished Professor of Corporate Environmental Management Gary Libecap and Assistant Professor of Hydrology Christina Tague in a discussion about the complexities of managing the ever - increasing demands placed on scarce water resouwater resources.

Green infrastructure promotes the natural movement of water by collecting and managing stormwater runoff from streets, sidewalks, parking lots and rooftops and directing it to engineered systems that typically feature soils, stones, and vegetation.

Green roofs also help manage storm water runoff, enhance biodiversity, improve air quality, and beautify our cities.