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Stormwater Solutions: Curbing Toxic Runoff

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Stormwater—the rainwater that carries toxic pollutants off roofs, pavement, and yards—is a daunting challenge. It poisons waterways and kills salmon, causes erosion, and fills Northwest basements with smelly sludge. But there’s good news; we already know the best, cheapest solutions for curbing stormwater runoff. In this series, Sightline Daily editor Lisa Stiffler investigates the fixes for stormwater—and what they cost. (Photo credit: jc.westbrook, flickr)

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Promise of Permeable Pavement

Separating the facts and fears around permeable pavement.
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Competitive Rain Gardening

There's a new game in town: competing for the best green stormwater projects.
on June 19, 2012 at 7:31 am

Saving Cash with Green Stormwater Solutions

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Rain Garden Reality Check

Comparing LID to conventional system failures.
on April 18, 2012 at 2:10 pm

Rain Garden Backlash Is All Wet

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Recipe for a Rice Crispy Road

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on March 1, 2012 at 11:40 am

Surprisingly Ambitious Permeable Projects

Northwest engineers reach beyond their permeable pavement comfort zones.
on February 22, 2012 at 7:48 am

Video: Five Tips for Talking Stormwater

Connecting the dots on polluted runoff.
on February 9, 2012 at 9:00 am

The Porous Road Less Traveled

Rice crispy roadways deliver the goods.
on January 3, 2012 at 7:00 am