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Green Stormwater Infrastructure in Seattle and Restoring America's Great Waters

07/06/10

12:08:47 pm, by pamela, 149 words

Categories: Livable Region, Environment

Green Stormwater Infrastructure in Seattle and Restoring America's Great Waters

Green Stormwater Infrastructure:
"We live in one of the most beautiful areas of the world, and being involved with efforts like the Green Seattle Partnership shows your commitment to preserving and maintaining the beauty and health of our city. Green Stormwater Infrastructure is a new way of managing stormwater that supports the health and sustainability of our local environment by “slowing the flow” of stormwater into our local water sources and away from harmful toxins or other pollutants. In addition, Green Stormwater Infrastructure promotes a revitalized ground water system, further promoting a healthier Seattle.
http://www.seattle.gov/util/Services/Drainage_&_Sewer/Keep_Water_Safe_&_Clean/RestoreOurWaters/

Senate Moves Forward to Restore America's Great Waters restoration plans for seven Great Waters across the country. The Committee also passed a re-authorization of the National Estuary Program to benefit smaller estuarine systems.
http://www.waterefficiency.net/the-latest/senate-restore-water.aspx

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