Green Stormwater Infrastructure News
This page is a collection of news that promotes Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) activities throughout Detroit.
The inclusion of any news below is not an endorsement by DWSD or the City of Detroit.
Stormwater 101
Stormwater 101
A summary of information related to stormwater runoff and why it's something we should be concerned about.
Organization
- Detroit Future City
- Friends of the Rouge
- Land + Water WORKS
Published date
View Fact Sheet
Blue/Green Infrastructure
Blue/Green Infrastructure
Overview of the Chandler Park Conservancy Blue-Green Infrastructure master plan, which aims to relieve 445,105 gallons of water from the sewer per storm event.
Organization
- Chandler Park Conservancy
Published date
View Webpage - Bioswale
- Residential Rain Garden
Drainage Charge Credit Application
Drainage Charge Credit Application
The application form to receive DWSD drainage charge credit (green credit).
Organization
View Form
- DWSD
Green Stormwater Infrastructure 101
Green Stormwater Infrastructure 101
A guide to green stormwater infrastructure. It explains what it is, why it's important, how it works, gives some examples of GSI, and outlines the benefits of GSI.
Organization
- Detroit Future City
- Friends of the Rouge
- Land + Water WORKS
Published date
View Fact Sheet
Capital Partnership Program
Capital Partnership Program
A guide for non-residential customers seeking to apply for Capital Partnership Program funds. If awarded, DWSD will reimburse up to 50% of design, installation and capital costs (up to $50,000).
Organization
View Form
- DWSD
Benefits of Green Stormwater Infrastructure
Benefits of Green Stormwater Infrastructure
A summary of the benefits of green stormwater infrastructure.
Organization
- DWSD
Published date
View Fact Sheet - Water Harvesting