Reimagine Rain: How Green Infrastructure Transforms Stormwater from Problem to Asset

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Stormwater management and green infrastructure - Solution

Rainwater Harvesting Systems

We install systems that capture and store rainwater from rooftops for non-potable uses, reducing runoff volume and providing an alternative water source.

  • Decreases the amount of stormwater entering drainage systems
  • Reduces demand on municipal water supplies for irrigation or flushing

Permeable Pavement Installation

We replace traditional impervious surfaces with permeable materials that allow stormwater to infiltrate into the ground, reducing surface runoff and filtering pollutants.

  • Manages runoff at the source by promoting groundwater recharge
  • Traps sediments and contaminants from vehicles and foot traffic

Bioswale And Rain Garden Construction

We design and build vegetated, shallow channels and depressions that collect, absorb, and filter stormwater runoff from paved areas.

  • Uses native plants and engineered soils to remove pollutants through natural processes
  • Slows water flow, reducing erosion and peak discharge to sewers

Green Roof Implementation

We install vegetative layers on building rooftops that absorb rainwater, provide insulation, and reduce the urban heat island effect.

  • Retains a significant portion of rainfall, delaying and reducing runoff
  • Extends roof lifespan and improves building energy efficiency

Urban Tree Canopy And Forestation

We plan and execute tree planting initiatives to increase canopy cover, which intercepts rainfall and promotes evapotranspiration.

  • Reduces stormwater volume through interception and soil absorption
  • Improves air quality and provides community aesthetic benefits
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Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

A: Green infrastructure refers to natural or engineered systems that mimic natural processes to manage stormwater where it falls. Examples include rain gardens, permeable pavements, green roofs, and bioswales. These features capture, absorb, and filter rainwater runoff, reducing the volume and improving the quality of water entering sewer systems and local waterways, while also providing community and environmental benefits.

A: Traditional 'gray' infrastructure relies on hard, engineered systems like pipes, drains, and concrete detention basins to quickly collect and transport stormwater away. Green infrastructure, in contrast, uses vegetation, soils, and natural processes to slow down, soak up, and treat stormwater at its source. This approach reduces strain on sewer systems, mitigates flooding, improves water quality, and adds green space, whereas gray infrastructure primarily focuses on conveyance and storage.

A: Key maintenance includes regular inspection and removal of sediment and debris from inlets and surfaces, weeding and replanting vegetation in rain gardens or bioswales, and occasional vacuum sweeping or pressure washing for permeable pavements to prevent clogging. Proper maintenance ensures the long-term effectiveness of these systems in infiltrating and treating stormwater. A maintenance plan should be established during the design phase.