Tag: stormwater
Stormwater - Odds and Ends
Two stories on stormwater issues came up this week. First, three EPA regions have rejected requests for categorical determinations that commercial and industrial developments must install retrofits limiting stormwater runoff. These denials are related to the post-construction rule that has been debated as part of a lawsuit and proposed settlement with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. In other […]
Constructed Wetlands
There are many different options available to treat wastewater. Some require highly trained operators, some require large amounts of chemicals, and some require expensive equipment. Sometimes, however, the simplest approach can work just as well. Constructed wetlands are an innovative and inexpensive treatment approach that have proven to be a viable wastewater treatment option. They […]
Stormwater Asset Management
Achieving stormwater compliance can be a tedious challenge, particularly for communities with less than 100,000 people. More stringent water quality requirements are forcing regulated communities to evaluate their asset management strategy. Regulatory agencies are pushing municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4’s) to be more proactive to respond to replacement or repair of aging infrastructure now […]
The International Database for BMPs
Did you know that there is an International Database for BMPs? The purpose of the database is to gather sufficient technical design and performance information to improve BMP selection and design so that local stormwater problems can be cost effectively addressed. The project is made up of a coalition of partners, including the Water Environment […]
DEP WEBSITE ACCESS UPDATE - It's Time to Celebrate!
The Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) and Kentucky Public Protection (PPC) websites were down over the past week. The Cabinet worked hard to correct the issue, and the issue has been resolved as of today. The difficulty with web access experienced over the past week impacts us and many of our clients who routinely […]