This document discusses community environmental issues in Las Vegas and the role of the Springs Preserve in raising awareness. It outlines growing pressures on Las Vegas' infrastructure from population growth, including water scarcity and waste management challenges. The Desert Living Center at Springs Preserve aims to educate residents on sustainable living and foster a new cultural identity through its exhibits and programs. It will serve as a model for minimizing environmental impact through its design and use of local materials.
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - January/February 2013 Issue
Arboriculture Issue
Stories: Structural Pruning Shade Trees, Hilo Zoo's Palms, Double Coconut Coco De-Mer, 100 Years of the Outdoor Circle, 3-Season Multi-Graft Mango, 2012 Biennial International Palm Society Meeting, Hawaii ASLA Awards, Honolulu Urban Forest Management, Lobate Lac Scale,
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - July/August 2014 Issue
Conference Issue
Feature stories: LICT Program Reignites on Maui, Banyans under Attack, Food of the Gods, Australian Tree Fern, Corpse Flower, Drywell and Water Plants.
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - January/February 2014 Issue
Arboriculture Issue
Stories: Right Tree Right Place, New LICT Classes, Little Fire Ants, Tree Care Industry Association, Kawananakoa Native Arboretum, Norfolk Pine Myth, Tree Climbing Championship, Managing Landscapes Using Recycled Water, Palm Pink Rot, Zoysia Grass Difference, Choosing Water Plants,
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - October/November 2011 Issue
Conference Issue
Stories: Post Tsunami makeover of Hualalei, Hawaii Tree Climbing Competition, Queen Kapiolani Native garden, New Palms for the Hawaiiian landscape, Irrigation Flow Sensors, Pesticide Temperatures, Ulei, Landscape Architects raise awareness, tooltips, ohi'a threat, Red Palm Weevil, low voltage lighting, bioreactors, rain gardens, CTAHR Publication archive,
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
Juli M. Kimura Walters had an unexpected journey to becoming a landscape architect. As the daughter of artists, she was originally interested in music and received a bachelor's degree in that field. However, a chance meeting in her last year of college led her to switch careers and become one of Hawaii's pioneering female landscape architects.
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - November/December 2013 Issue
Stories: Sustainability Awards, Conference Features Student Work, NOAA Pacific Regional Center, Mango Relatives, Plant Pono, Pesticides vs Biocontrols, Turfgrass Selection, Tree Diversity,
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - January/February 2015 Issue
Night Lighting Issue
Stories: Growing Ohelo, HDOT LICT requirements, HDOT Statewide Invasive Species Program, water conservation, leaf blowers, LIICH lobbies state legislative, storm preparation, tool tips, spiraling whitefly, NFL Youth Education Town program at Boys and Girls Club
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
The document outlines several ambitious 100-year plans by the NPCA to improve lands, water quality, habitat and climate change mitigation in the region, including: acquiring 25,000-40,000 acres of land; incrementally improving water quality; planting 1 million trees and 3 million native plants; taking a lead role in climate change adaptation; and strengthening community partnerships. It also discusses goals around becoming a leading learning organization, implementing innovative technology, and establishing annual watershed champion awards.
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - January/February 2013 Issue
Arboriculture Issue
Stories: Structural Pruning Shade Trees, Hilo Zoo's Palms, Double Coconut Coco De-Mer, 100 Years of the Outdoor Circle, 3-Season Multi-Graft Mango, 2012 Biennial International Palm Society Meeting, Hawaii ASLA Awards, Honolulu Urban Forest Management, Lobate Lac Scale,
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - July/August 2014 Issue
Conference Issue
Feature stories: LICT Program Reignites on Maui, Banyans under Attack, Food of the Gods, Australian Tree Fern, Corpse Flower, Drywell and Water Plants.
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - January/February 2014 Issue
Arboriculture Issue
Stories: Right Tree Right Place, New LICT Classes, Little Fire Ants, Tree Care Industry Association, Kawananakoa Native Arboretum, Norfolk Pine Myth, Tree Climbing Championship, Managing Landscapes Using Recycled Water, Palm Pink Rot, Zoysia Grass Difference, Choosing Water Plants,
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - October/November 2011 Issue
Conference Issue
Stories: Post Tsunami makeover of Hualalei, Hawaii Tree Climbing Competition, Queen Kapiolani Native garden, New Palms for the Hawaiiian landscape, Irrigation Flow Sensors, Pesticide Temperatures, Ulei, Landscape Architects raise awareness, tooltips, ohi'a threat, Red Palm Weevil, low voltage lighting, bioreactors, rain gardens, CTAHR Publication archive,
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
Juli M. Kimura Walters had an unexpected journey to becoming a landscape architect. As the daughter of artists, she was originally interested in music and received a bachelor's degree in that field. However, a chance meeting in her last year of college led her to switch careers and become one of Hawaii's pioneering female landscape architects.
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - November/December 2013 Issue
Stories: Sustainability Awards, Conference Features Student Work, NOAA Pacific Regional Center, Mango Relatives, Plant Pono, Pesticides vs Biocontrols, Turfgrass Selection, Tree Diversity,
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - January/February 2015 Issue
Night Lighting Issue
Stories: Growing Ohelo, HDOT LICT requirements, HDOT Statewide Invasive Species Program, water conservation, leaf blowers, LIICH lobbies state legislative, storm preparation, tool tips, spiraling whitefly, NFL Youth Education Town program at Boys and Girls Club
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
The document outlines several ambitious 100-year plans by the NPCA to improve lands, water quality, habitat and climate change mitigation in the region, including: acquiring 25,000-40,000 acres of land; incrementally improving water quality; planting 1 million trees and 3 million native plants; taking a lead role in climate change adaptation; and strengthening community partnerships. It also discusses goals around becoming a leading learning organization, implementing innovative technology, and establishing annual watershed champion awards.
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - May/June 2013 Issue
Edible Landscapes
Stories: Native Edible Garden, LICT CEU program, 100 square foot garden, Edible Landscaping, Chaulmoogra Trees, The Pickle Lady, Lyon Arboretum Ulu Garden, Breadfruit Trees Food Security, Wax Jambu, Urban Food Gardens, Growing Kalo, Mango Powdery Mildew, Hawaii Tropical Fruit Growers, Jackfruit
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - May/June 2014 Issue
Feature stories: Nursery LFA BMPs UH CTAHR Extension Tribute, Arborist 3rd Nationally,
Roadside Native Plants, and Landscape Phone Applications.
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
IDNR Presentation on Opportunities for Evanston Partnershipcityofevanston
The City of Evanston held a community meeting on January 15, 2014 where the Illinois Department of Natural Resources gave a presentation on opportunities for a partnership.
The document summarizes a sustainability issue publication from the Landscape Industry Council of Hawaii. It highlights several events, including the successful Project Greenway plant fashion show. It also promotes upcoming sustainability award submissions and certification training opportunities. Various industry organizations, products, and events are advertised throughout the publication.
The document is the September/October 2014 issue of Landscape Hawaii, a publication of the Landscape Industry Council of Hawaii. The main stories include an upcoming green industry conference on October 9th featuring breakout sessions on resort landscapes, pest control, arboriculture and irrigation; a local arborist placing second in the world tree climbing championships; and planning for more sustainable resort landscapes. The issue also provides various industry news briefs, event listings and advertisements.
LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine Site Furnishings issue, MALP classes, NALP LICT Certification, Tool Tips, Pesticide Label, featured pest, MIDPAC, Choosing Clay Pots, low voltage lighting, LICH Conference 2015, Choosing the right bench, How to design a fire pit
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - June/July 2011 Issue
Sustainability Issue
Stories: tooltips, sustainability definition, pest roundup, sustainable alternatives, irrigation conservation proclamation, AG Day at the State Capitol, Lyon Arboretum legacy, wilt resistant koa, invasive species report card, compost, irrigation conservation initiative conservation, native plant initiative, rain garden, Kawananakoa Native planting, iliahi, local native plant research, biosecurity
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - March/April 2014 Issue
25th Anniversary Issue
Stories: Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle, New Maui LICT, Tree Worker Safety, Winning Erosion Control, Maintaining Personal Protective Equipment, and Canistel.
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
Groundwater Protection: Sustainability in the Face of DevelopmentCLMcKinney
The document discusses water resource challenges facing McHenry County, Illinois. Population growth is expected to double the county's water usage by 2030, potentially causing shortages as early as 2020. The county relies solely on groundwater but faces challenges protecting it. In response, the county created a Water Resources Manager position and developed a comprehensive Water Resources Action Plan through cooperative planning. The plan aims to ensure a sustainable water supply for current and future generations. The county is also undertaking scientific research to support the plan and informed decision making.
Highlands Regional Green Infrastructure Workshop PresentationNew Jersey Future
On April 27, 2016, Michele Adams of Meliora Design and Tavis Dockwiller of Viridian Landscape Studio gave a presentation on green infrastructure during a workshop put together by New Jersey Future in partnership with ANJEC. The workshop was held for municipal leaders like mayors, planning and zoning board members, environmental commission leaders, and members of the general public in the Highlands region.
This document summarizes education and outreach programs from three different water districts - High Plains Water District No. 1, Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District, and Brazos Valley Groundwater Conservation District. It provides an overview of the types of programming each district offers targeting different audiences like K-12 students, homeowners, farmers/ranchers, and businesses. Examples given include water conservation contests and campaigns, rainwater harvesting tours, classroom aquifer science lessons, and workshops on topics like aquaponics and abandoned well plugging. Contact information is provided for each district.
The document summarizes a presentation about the Pure Water program in San Diego. It discusses how the program will provide over 1/3 of the city's water supply through an advanced water purification process. It will treat wastewater from three plants and deliver it to local reservoirs by 2035. This creates a sustainable local water source and reduces reliance on imported water, whose costs have risen significantly. The program is supported by officials, environmental groups, and businesses as a cost-effective water solution for San Diego.
The Uncompahgre Watershed Partnership (UWP) is a 501(c)(3) located in Ouray County, Colorado. The group was formed in spring, 2007, when regional groups and concerned citizens applied for a watershed-planning grant. The UWP is a grassroots coalition of citizens, nonprofits, local and regional governments, and federal and state agencies dedicated to understanding, restoring and protecting land and natural resources within the Uncompahgre Watershed.
This Power Point gives an overview of the activities the UWP has been involved in over the past year and what our future projects will be. For more information visit our webpage at www.uncompahgrewatershed.org
Thanks for watching!
Stephanie\'s inspiring presentation covered the Brook Run Neighborhood Rain Garden project, but also the larger issue of stewardship for the greater good of your community.
This document provides an overview of Low Impact Development (LID) approaches to managing stormwater in the Puget Sound region of Washington and Portland, Oregon. Traditional development practices have negatively impacted water resources through increased impervious surfaces and altered drainage, but LID aims to mimic natural hydrologic systems through small, distributed stormwater controls and infiltration close to the source. These practices include bioretention cells, permeable pavement, vegetated roofs, and narrower streets to reduce runoff and improve water quality. Examples like the High Point redevelopment in Seattle and a rain garden in Portland demonstrate successful LID implementation.
Dockside Green in Victoria, BC is a mixed-use sustainable development on a former industrial site. It has achieved LEED Platinum certification through strategies like on-site wastewater treatment and district heating from a biomass plant. The development supports local businesses, includes affordable and rental housing, and promotes health and active living through its network of trails and open spaces.
Livable Buckhead is a nonprofit organization that works to enhance quality of life in Buckhead, Atlanta through strategies related to greenspace, energy efficiency, commute alternatives, recycling, arts, and development. It has over 40 participating buildings, representing 55% of the Buckhead office market. Its programs include promoting electric vehicles, alternative commuting, community-wide recycling, and public art installations. A major initiative is PATH400, a 5.2 mile multi-use trail connecting parks and neighborhoods in Buckhead. PATH400 aims to improve health, education, economic growth, and quality of life for over 50,000 residents. While over $27 million has been spent and much progress made, additional funds are still needed to complete the
The document discusses pollution issues affecting the Tijuana River watershed region shared by the US and Mexico. It summarizes efforts by the Surfrider Foundation's No Border Sewage (NoBS) campaign to raise awareness about cross-border water pollution problems through education and advocacy. Major threats include water pollution from Mexico carrying untreated sewage and trash due to inadequate infrastructure. Runoff enters the Tijuana Estuary wetlands and beaches, closing them frequently and harming wildlife. Solutions proposed include improved bi-national cooperation, expanded sewage treatment in Tijuana, and increased monitoring and cleanup activities.
Peak Water, Climate Change, and California Planning in an Uncertain WorldLaura Rinaldi
This document discusses the challenges of planning for water resources in California given the threats of climate change and "peak water" limits. It summarizes that while water is overall renewable, demand is approaching or exceeding natural limits in some areas due to overpumped aquifers and collapsing ecosystems. Climate change is exacerbated these problems by causing rising temperatures, changing water availability patterns, and more extreme events. The document argues that traditional water management solutions are no longer sufficient and that new approaches are needed, including improved efficiency, conjunctive use of different water sources, and innovative institutions. Planners must prepare for more uncertain future conditions and rethink assumptions that past trends will continue.
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - May/June 2013 Issue
Edible Landscapes
Stories: Native Edible Garden, LICT CEU program, 100 square foot garden, Edible Landscaping, Chaulmoogra Trees, The Pickle Lady, Lyon Arboretum Ulu Garden, Breadfruit Trees Food Security, Wax Jambu, Urban Food Gardens, Growing Kalo, Mango Powdery Mildew, Hawaii Tropical Fruit Growers, Jackfruit
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - May/June 2014 Issue
Feature stories: Nursery LFA BMPs UH CTAHR Extension Tribute, Arborist 3rd Nationally,
Roadside Native Plants, and Landscape Phone Applications.
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
IDNR Presentation on Opportunities for Evanston Partnershipcityofevanston
The City of Evanston held a community meeting on January 15, 2014 where the Illinois Department of Natural Resources gave a presentation on opportunities for a partnership.
The document summarizes a sustainability issue publication from the Landscape Industry Council of Hawaii. It highlights several events, including the successful Project Greenway plant fashion show. It also promotes upcoming sustainability award submissions and certification training opportunities. Various industry organizations, products, and events are advertised throughout the publication.
The document is the September/October 2014 issue of Landscape Hawaii, a publication of the Landscape Industry Council of Hawaii. The main stories include an upcoming green industry conference on October 9th featuring breakout sessions on resort landscapes, pest control, arboriculture and irrigation; a local arborist placing second in the world tree climbing championships; and planning for more sustainable resort landscapes. The issue also provides various industry news briefs, event listings and advertisements.
LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine Site Furnishings issue, MALP classes, NALP LICT Certification, Tool Tips, Pesticide Label, featured pest, MIDPAC, Choosing Clay Pots, low voltage lighting, LICH Conference 2015, Choosing the right bench, How to design a fire pit
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - June/July 2011 Issue
Sustainability Issue
Stories: tooltips, sustainability definition, pest roundup, sustainable alternatives, irrigation conservation proclamation, AG Day at the State Capitol, Lyon Arboretum legacy, wilt resistant koa, invasive species report card, compost, irrigation conservation initiative conservation, native plant initiative, rain garden, Kawananakoa Native planting, iliahi, local native plant research, biosecurity
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
LICH Landscape Hawaii Magazine - March/April 2014 Issue
25th Anniversary Issue
Stories: Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle, New Maui LICT, Tree Worker Safety, Winning Erosion Control, Maintaining Personal Protective Equipment, and Canistel.
The mission of the LICH Landscape Hawaii magazine is to support LICH’s mission to build industry unity by promoting high standards and professionalism through education, training, and certification and by providing a forum for the sharing of information and celebrating the success of its members.
www.hawaiiscape.com
www.facebook.com/hawaiiscape
www.twitter.com/hawaiiscape
Groundwater Protection: Sustainability in the Face of DevelopmentCLMcKinney
The document discusses water resource challenges facing McHenry County, Illinois. Population growth is expected to double the county's water usage by 2030, potentially causing shortages as early as 2020. The county relies solely on groundwater but faces challenges protecting it. In response, the county created a Water Resources Manager position and developed a comprehensive Water Resources Action Plan through cooperative planning. The plan aims to ensure a sustainable water supply for current and future generations. The county is also undertaking scientific research to support the plan and informed decision making.
Highlands Regional Green Infrastructure Workshop PresentationNew Jersey Future
On April 27, 2016, Michele Adams of Meliora Design and Tavis Dockwiller of Viridian Landscape Studio gave a presentation on green infrastructure during a workshop put together by New Jersey Future in partnership with ANJEC. The workshop was held for municipal leaders like mayors, planning and zoning board members, environmental commission leaders, and members of the general public in the Highlands region.
This document summarizes education and outreach programs from three different water districts - High Plains Water District No. 1, Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District, and Brazos Valley Groundwater Conservation District. It provides an overview of the types of programming each district offers targeting different audiences like K-12 students, homeowners, farmers/ranchers, and businesses. Examples given include water conservation contests and campaigns, rainwater harvesting tours, classroom aquifer science lessons, and workshops on topics like aquaponics and abandoned well plugging. Contact information is provided for each district.
The document summarizes a presentation about the Pure Water program in San Diego. It discusses how the program will provide over 1/3 of the city's water supply through an advanced water purification process. It will treat wastewater from three plants and deliver it to local reservoirs by 2035. This creates a sustainable local water source and reduces reliance on imported water, whose costs have risen significantly. The program is supported by officials, environmental groups, and businesses as a cost-effective water solution for San Diego.
The Uncompahgre Watershed Partnership (UWP) is a 501(c)(3) located in Ouray County, Colorado. The group was formed in spring, 2007, when regional groups and concerned citizens applied for a watershed-planning grant. The UWP is a grassroots coalition of citizens, nonprofits, local and regional governments, and federal and state agencies dedicated to understanding, restoring and protecting land and natural resources within the Uncompahgre Watershed.
This Power Point gives an overview of the activities the UWP has been involved in over the past year and what our future projects will be. For more information visit our webpage at www.uncompahgrewatershed.org
Thanks for watching!
Stephanie\'s inspiring presentation covered the Brook Run Neighborhood Rain Garden project, but also the larger issue of stewardship for the greater good of your community.
This document provides an overview of Low Impact Development (LID) approaches to managing stormwater in the Puget Sound region of Washington and Portland, Oregon. Traditional development practices have negatively impacted water resources through increased impervious surfaces and altered drainage, but LID aims to mimic natural hydrologic systems through small, distributed stormwater controls and infiltration close to the source. These practices include bioretention cells, permeable pavement, vegetated roofs, and narrower streets to reduce runoff and improve water quality. Examples like the High Point redevelopment in Seattle and a rain garden in Portland demonstrate successful LID implementation.
Dockside Green in Victoria, BC is a mixed-use sustainable development on a former industrial site. It has achieved LEED Platinum certification through strategies like on-site wastewater treatment and district heating from a biomass plant. The development supports local businesses, includes affordable and rental housing, and promotes health and active living through its network of trails and open spaces.
Livable Buckhead is a nonprofit organization that works to enhance quality of life in Buckhead, Atlanta through strategies related to greenspace, energy efficiency, commute alternatives, recycling, arts, and development. It has over 40 participating buildings, representing 55% of the Buckhead office market. Its programs include promoting electric vehicles, alternative commuting, community-wide recycling, and public art installations. A major initiative is PATH400, a 5.2 mile multi-use trail connecting parks and neighborhoods in Buckhead. PATH400 aims to improve health, education, economic growth, and quality of life for over 50,000 residents. While over $27 million has been spent and much progress made, additional funds are still needed to complete the
The document discusses pollution issues affecting the Tijuana River watershed region shared by the US and Mexico. It summarizes efforts by the Surfrider Foundation's No Border Sewage (NoBS) campaign to raise awareness about cross-border water pollution problems through education and advocacy. Major threats include water pollution from Mexico carrying untreated sewage and trash due to inadequate infrastructure. Runoff enters the Tijuana Estuary wetlands and beaches, closing them frequently and harming wildlife. Solutions proposed include improved bi-national cooperation, expanded sewage treatment in Tijuana, and increased monitoring and cleanup activities.
Peak Water, Climate Change, and California Planning in an Uncertain WorldLaura Rinaldi
This document discusses the challenges of planning for water resources in California given the threats of climate change and "peak water" limits. It summarizes that while water is overall renewable, demand is approaching or exceeding natural limits in some areas due to overpumped aquifers and collapsing ecosystems. Climate change is exacerbated these problems by causing rising temperatures, changing water availability patterns, and more extreme events. The document argues that traditional water management solutions are no longer sufficient and that new approaches are needed, including improved efficiency, conjunctive use of different water sources, and innovative institutions. Planners must prepare for more uncertain future conditions and rethink assumptions that past trends will continue.
Urban Interventions Along a Crooked RiverSeventh Hill
Presentation delivered at the 2017 Natural | Design Ecologies: Water and Land Symposium at Kent State University on October 5, 2017. The talk was part of the "Sustainable Urbanism" session, convened by Beth Herndon from KSU's Department of Geology and Kelly Turner from KSU's Department of Geography.
This document discusses efforts to implement watershed conservation goals in the agricultural landscape of the Mackinaw River watershed in Illinois through partnerships, education, and community engagement. It describes several projects, including a paired watershed study that found outreach works but more needs to be done to retain runoff, wetland studies to determine their effectiveness at reducing nutrient levels, and cover crop demonstrations. It also outlines the roles of various collaborators, from local soil and water conservation districts to universities to non-profits, in addressing both rural and urban watershed issues to improve water quality in the region.
All Things Trinity, All Things ConservationTrinity Waters
The document discusses the Trinity River in Texas, including its history of pollution, current water quality issues, and efforts through programs like the Trinity River Basin Restoration Initiative to improve habitat, water quality, and connections between rural and urban communities in the watershed through outreach, best management practices, and funding for conservation projects. Key challenges include population growth, habitat loss, and water quality problems from bacteria and other pollutants impairing segments of the river.
SCIE301C 201509 Final Presentation EGreathead - gradedEugene Greathead
This presentation asserts that individual steps can help reduce North Carolina's carbon footprint. It applies the American Clean Water Act and ecological footprint model to support this claim. Specific actions are proposed, such as using renewable energy, recycling, purchasing locally, and making transportation more efficient. While well-researched and logical, the presentation would benefit from minor edits to improve readability.
This document discusses water supply challenges in Southern California and the programs and projects of the West Basin Municipal Water District to ensure reliable water supplies. It notes that the region relies heavily on imported water from Northern California and the Colorado River but is pursuing more local and drought-proof supplies like recycled water, ocean desalination, and groundwater replenishment. It provides information on the district's water recycling facility, conservation programs, and efforts to expand the use of recycled water for irrigation and industrial customers.
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Archives Alive! Activating Archives for Engagement & EquityWest Muse
This document summarizes a presentation by Peggy Tran-Le, Linda Waterfield, and Gina Caprari on activating archives for engagement and equity. The presentation discussed how the Phoebe A. Hearst Museum of Anthropology, UCSF Library Archives and Special Collections, and the Global Museum at San Francisco State University are making their archives more accessible and promoting diverse voices. This includes documenting film collections, creating finding aids, engaging students through classroom projects, developing exhibits featuring historical collections, and sharing archives online. The goal is to make archival materials more available and tell more inclusive stories.
Beyond Land Acknowledgements: Real Collaboration with Tribes & Tribal LeadersWest Muse
Tribal land acknowledgments are rapidly growing in popularity among institutions and organizations, taking the form of opening statements in meetings and conferences, signage, or website messages. One might ask why land acknowledgments are being made in a growing number of settings, including the museum. Acknowledgment is a simple, powerful way of showing respect and is intended as a step toward correcting the practices that erase or freeze Indigenous people’s history and culture while inviting and honoring the truth. However, the land acknowledgment is also at risk of ending where it began, perhaps well-conceived and received, but merely a symbolic gesture with little to no follow-through of engagement and real change. While land acknowledgements are well-meaning, they are no substitute for substantive and ongoing tribal relationships and understandings of tribal land claims.
Digital Strategy: A Means for Museum TransformationWest Muse
Museums crafting digital strategies for the first time can find the process daunting, so hearing from members of the museum community who have done this work can be a great place to start. This session will address how an institution can develop a successful digital strategy, including how to leverage technology for institutional impact, how to ensure digital efforts are serving a need, and how digital efforts can protect, enhance, and showcase content.
PRESENTERS: Alisha Babbstein, Archivist, Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education
Nik Honeysett, CEO, Balboa Park Online Collaborative
Jack Ludden, Senior Strategist and Innovation Specialist, Balboa Park Online Collaborative
Gail Mandel, Deputy Director, Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education
Building Community: Discovering Resources for Professional Support, Learning,...West Muse
Having a network of colleagues outside of their immediate co-workers was crucial when disaster struck. The members of the Museum Educators of Puget Sound have leaned into this community for support, resources, and information during the COVID-19 pandemic. Join them for open conversation on what they learned about their identity as museum educators, how they supported each other during different phases of the pandemic,
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Changing Community Environmental Awareness Through Museum Programs
1. Changing Community Environmental
Awareness Through Museum Programs
Isaac Marshall, Principal
AldrichPears Associates Ltd.
imarshall@aldrichpears.com
Jeff Roberts, Architect and Foundation Board Member
Springs Preserve
jeffr@serapdx.com
Aaron Micalef, Curator of Exhibits
Springs Preserve
aaron.micallef@springspreserve.org
3. LAS VEGAS IS GROWING
• Clark County’s population:
1,641,529
• Increasing by 6,000 people
a month
• Las Vegas is the fastest
growing metropolitan area
in the US
4. RESIDENTIAL GROWTH
Growth has reached the outer
limits of development
• 29,248 new home sales
in 2004 - up 15.9%
from 2003
• New home permits totaled
32,879 – up 30.4%
• The median price of a new
home in December rose to
$290,287 – up 38.5%
5. TRANSIENT POPULATION
• Only 20.4% of Las Vegans
were born in Nevada, the
lowest in the US; the national
average is 61.8%
• Over 25% have lived in the
city less than 5 years
6. EXPANDING SCHOOLS
• Clark County School District
is the single largest employer
• 12 new schools will open
in 2005-06
7. IMPACT OF TOURISM
• Gaming, hotel and hospitality
industry employs approximately
30% of Las Vegans
• Las Vegas had 131,503 hotel
rooms in 2004, the most of
any US city
• Every new hotel room attracts
10 new workers
8. TOURISM GROWTH
• 37,388,781 tourists in 2004
• Contributed $33,723,919,453
• Tourist numbers continue
to increase
• Airport traffic is up 7% to 18
million visitors so far this year
9. tHe touriStS
• Average length of stay: 3.6 nights
• Most visitors come from the Western
States: 48%
• Most come from California: 32%
• Percentage of first-time visitors: 19%
• Average number of repeat trips taken
in one year: 1.6
10. CURRENT ISSUES
Increasing resident and tourist
numbers place serious pressure
on infrastructure:
• Water resources
• Waste management
• Air quality
• Social issues
11. WATER RESOURCES
• Residents use as much as
90% of the drinking water
supply to irrigate their lawns
in the summer
Schools/Govt./Parks
4.7%
Based upon 2003 municipal
metered potable and non-potable water
consumption in the Southern Nevada
Water Authority’s member service area.
USE OF WATER BY CUSTOMER TYPE
Single-Family
Residential
43.4%
Multi-Family
Residential
15.6%
Golf Courses 8.3%
Commercial/
Industrial
13.6%
Resorts 6.7%
Common Areas
3.9%
Other 3.8%
12. WATER RESOURCES
• By 2008, demand for water
is forecast to exceed supply
Reclaimed Water
Colorado River Water
Return-Flow Credits
Colorado River Water
Consumption Use
Unused Nevada (Non-SNWA)
Colorado River Water
Projected Demand
Groundwater
2004
2006
2008
2010
2012
2014
2016
2018
2020
2022
2024
2026
2028
2030
2032
2034
2036
2038
2040
2042
2044
2046
2048
2050
acre-feet/year
1,200,000
1,100,000
1,000,000
900,000
800,000
700,000
600,000
500,000
400,000
300,000
200,000
100,000
0
SUMMARY OF PROJECTED WATER
DEMANDS AND EXISTING RESOURCES
13. WATER USE AND WASTE
• Southern Nevada uses 25%
more water per capita over
Phoenix, Arizona
• About 30 billion gallons of
water is wasted annually
14. WASTE MANAGEMENT
• Over 2 million tons of waste
is produced annually
• Clark County generates 8.3
lbs of waste per capita per
day - 45% higher than the
national average
• 278,000 pounds of food
waste generated per month
at the Bellagio alone
15. RECYCLING INTENT
• Recycling goals set
by Nevada State: 25%
of MSW
• Las Vegans recycle only
17%; the national average
is 29.7%
• Curb-side residential
recycling only accounts
for 3-4% of this amount
National Average
29.7%
Las Vegans
17%
16. RESIDENTIAL
RECYCLING PROGRAMS
• Curb-side recycling is picked
up only twice a month
• No program is set up for
apartment buildings; 39% of
total housing are multi-family
dwellings
• Most commercial recycling
centers focus on big business
17. ENERGY RESOURCES
• Most power is generated
by burning non-renewable
resources: coal, oil, and
natural gas
• Nevada imports more than
95% of its energy
18. ENERGY RESOURCES
• Renewables account for only
4% of electricity generated,
mostly from geothermal
power plants
2001 ELECTRICITY GENERATION
BREAKDOWN
Other 4%
Hydro 7%
Natural Gas
34%
Petroleum 3%
Coal 52%
19. RENEWABLE RESOURCES –
POTENTIAL
• Nevada is one of the best
states for wind and solar
potential
• Less than one tenth of one
percent of Nevada’s land
could generate all of the
state’s current electricity
needs
• Solar and wind energy could
produce over 100 million
MWh annually
20. AIR QUALITY
• Clark County ranks among
the worst 10% of all US
counties in terms of air quality
• High rates of Carbon
Monoxide, PM-10 (dust
matter), and Ozone
21. AIR QUALITY
• In 1985, the Valley logged a
record 48 unhealthy air days
due to carbon monoxide
• Still fails to meet the national
ambient air quality standards
for PM-10
22. THE CAR MINDSET
• Increasing number of
commuters drive alone
• Carpoolers and public transit
commuters are decreasing
• 43% of tourists arrive
by vehicle
• 57% of tourists use vehicles
within the city
23. VEHICLE EMISSIONS
• Vehicle emissions are the
single largest contributor to
air pollution in Las Vegas
• Exhaust accounts for 85%
of carbon monoxide air
pollution in Clark County
24. CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY
• Almost half of the
particulate pollution from
fuel combustion comes
from construction vehicles—
nearly 2,500 tons of exhaust
per year
• Construction activity also
puts more than 63% of the
valley’s dust into the air—
46,000 tons per year
25. SOCIAL ISSUES
• 13,000 homeless people in
Las Vegas – up from 7,887
a year ago
• Affordable housing has
a two-year waiting list
26. THE BIG PICTURE
What is sustainable living?
How can it be achieved?
• Joint effort between
government, business,
and individuals
• Community building
and education
27. OUR ROLE -
DESERT LIVING CENTER
• Awareness
• Education
• Practice
• Community-building
28. The Springs Preserve is a 180-acre non-gaming
cultural and historical attraction designed to
commemorate Las Vegas’ dynamic history and to
provide a vision for a sustainable future.
29. The Springs Preserve:
Alta Drive
Highway 95
South Valley View Blvd
Nevada
State Museum
Desert Living
Center
South
Ticket Booth
Gardens
Origen
Experience
Cienega
Water Works
Guest
Services
Orientation
Plaza
Visitor Parking
Bus Parking
Visitor Parking
Main Entrance
Service
Entrance
- Origen Experience
- Desert Living Center
- Gardens/Trails
- Nevada State Museum
- Support Functions (on site and nearby)
Guest Services (ticketing, food and retail)
Water Works (LVVWD pump station)
Hydrogen fuelling station
Nevada State Museum
Desert Living
Center
Sustainable
Green Products
Gallery
Welcome Gallery
Sustainability
Gallery
Rotunda
Temporary
Exhibit Building
L1 Level 1
Design Lab/
Technical Training
Center
Gardens
Amphitheater
Dr. Greenthumb
Classroom
Building
Children's
Learning
Playground
Welcome
Gallery
South
Ticket
Booth
Origen Experience
Water Works
Guest Services
Building
Orientation Plaza
Commons
Amphitheater
Big Springs Theater
L2
L2
Elevator
Bus Stop
Parking
First Aid
Restrooms
Ticketing
Water Works
Nevada State Museum
Origen Experience
Orientation Plaza
Guest Services Building
Classroom Building
Green Products Gallery
Rotunda
Temporary Exhibit Building
Sustainability Gallery
Design Lab/ Technical Training Center
Gardens Amphitheater
Dr.Greenthumb
South Ticket Booth
L2 Level 2
L1
Gift Shop
Library
30. tHe dlC’S PrinCiPleS
• The DLC is designed to have a total cost
of ownership that is lower than comparably
sized buildings in Las Vegas
• it harnesses power from the wind and the sun
• looks for inspiration from environmentally
adapted, indigenous inhabitants of the
Mojave
Sustainabl e
li festyle
• The DLC’s Platinum LEED rating
• minimal impact on the Mojave Desert
• building entirely made “in and of the desert”
Community
• inspire and empower Las Vegans to
address environmental challenges they
face as residents of the Mojave Desert
• provide a range of exhibits, programs,
and resources
• Las Vegans will define themselves
as part of a Southern Nevadan culture,
with autonomous lifestyles and concerns
• The DLC will aid in fostering a new cultural
identity, one based on the environment within
which Las Vegans live
• it will stand as a place for residents to create,
define, and celebrate their culture
environment
economy
Culture
The Desert Living Center
31. Desert Living
Center
Sustainable
Green Products
Gallery
Sustainability
Gallery
Rotunda
Temporary
Exhibit Building
Design Lab/
Technical Training
Center
Gardens
Amphitheater
Dr. Greenthumb
Classroom
Building
Children's
Learning
Playground
Welcome
Gallery
South
Ticket
Booth
Guest Services
Building
L2
L2
L1
The Desert Living Center
35. Dialogue Center:
- Conference/lecture/meeting facility
- Film studio
Desert Living
Center
Sustainable
Green Products
Gallery
Sustainability
Gallery
Rotunda
Temporary
Exhibit Building
Design Lab/
Technical Training
Center
Gardens
Amphitheater
Dr. Greenthumb
Classroom
Building
Children's
Learning
Playground
Welcome
Gallery
South
Ticket
Booth
Guest Services
Building
Orientation Plaza
L2
L2
L1
37. Resource Library:
Branch of Clark County library focusing on titles related to sustainable living
Desert Living
Center
Sustainable
Green Products
Gallery
Sustainability
Gallery
Rotunda
Temporary
Exhibit Building
Design Lab/
Technical Training
Center
Gardens
Amphitheater
Dr. Greenthumb
Classroom
Building
Children's
Learning
Playground
Welcome
Gallery
South
Ticket
Booth
Guest Services
Building
Orientation Plaza
L2
L2
L1
Library
39. Sustainability Gallery
rediscover desert Living
Nothing
Disappears
Nothing
Disappears
Nothing
Disappears
Desert Living
Center
Sustainable
Green Products
Gallery
Sustainability
Gallery
Rotunda
Temporary
Exhibit Building
Design Lab/
Technical Training
Center
Gardens
Amphitheater
Dr. Greenthumb
Do More
With Less
Do More
With Less
Do More
With Less
Classroom
Building
Children's
Learning
Playground
Welcome
Gallery
South
Ticket
Booth
Guest Services
Building
Orientation Plaza
Commons
Amphitheater
L2
L2
L1
From a drop
of water to car
exhaust, from
a gust of wind
to a coffee
cup – nothing
disappears.
You can
improve
the quality
of your
life and
use fewer
resources.
Explore the
Alternatives
Today,
there are
alternatives
and more
are being
invented
every
minute.
From a drop
of water to car
exhaust, from
a gust of wind
to a coffee
cup – nothing
disappears.
You can
improve
the quality
of your
life and
use fewer
resources.
Explore the
Alternatives
Today,
there are
alternatives
and more
are being
invented
every
minute.
From a drop
of water to car
exhaust, from
a gust of wind
to a coffee
cup – nothing
disappears.
You can
improve
the quality
of your
life and
use fewer
resources.
Explore the
Alternatives
Today,
there are
alternatives
and more
are being
invented
every
minute.
41. Design Lab and Tech Training Studio
- “Clean” design space
- “Dirty” hands-on space
- Covered outdoor amphitheater
Desert Living
Center
Sustainable
Green Products
Gallery
Sustainability
Gallery
Rotunda
Temporary
Exhibit Building
Design Lab/
Technical Training
Center
Gardens
Amphitheater
Dr. Greenthumb
Classroom
Building
Children's
Learning
Playground
Welcome
Gallery
South
Ticket
Booth
Guest Services
Building
Orientation Plaza
L2
L2
L1
43. Changing Community Environmental Awareness through
Museum Programs
Springs Preserve
Jeff Roberts, AIA, LEED AP BD+C - WMA Session - October 8, 2014
44. What I hope to leave
you with:
An alternative perspective on “sustainable”
design.
Where do we go for the next “green” innovation.
A few brief lessons on high performance
buildings after the ribbon cutting.
57. • Buildings in the US consume more than 30% of our total energy and 60%
of our electricity annually.
• Buildings consume 5 billion gallons of potable water per day just to flush
toilets.
• Buildings use 40% (3 billion tons annually) of the raw materials used
globally.
• Buildings produce 30% of the total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions
• Buildings produce 136 million tons of construction and demolition waste in
the U.S. (approx. 2.8 lbs/person/day)
• Buildings use 12% of all potable water in the U.S.
BUILDING INDUSTRY FACTS
OUR PLANET’S LIMITED RESOURCES AS WORK
58. • A green building is a sustainable
development that provides a
framework under which
communities can use resources
efficiently, create efficient
infrastructures, protect and
enhance quality of life, and create
new businesses to strengthen their
economies.
• It can help us create healthy
communities that can sustain our
generation, as well as those that
follow ours
WHY REGENERATIVE BUILDINGS CAN HELP
OUR PLANET’S LIMITED RESOURCES
63. • The Desert Living Center is a three-dimensional living building exhibit to
explore, study and educate our community on sustainable design.
• The 2200 photovoltaic arrays produce approximately 70-80% percent of
the power on site. This is equal to creating enough power for 80 homes.
• The Springs Preserve collects, and treats all of the wastewater (grey and
black water) on site through a natural process and uses it back in the
buildings for flushing toilets.
• In construction we were able to recycle 84% of our construction waste.
• Buildings are designed to achieve a 50% energy reduction over typical
construction methods.
• The Buildings are constructed from alternative materials such as straw
bale and rammed earth.
• All building interiors meet the requirements for low VOC’s.
DESERT LIVING CENTER AT THE SPRINGS PRESERVE
LEED - PLATINUM CERTIFIED
80. Reuse
Recycling
Reducing
Rejecting
Reading
React.....Restore.....REGENERATE!
WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
TODAY
81. We did not inherit the earth from our parents, we are borrowing
it from our children.
— Chief Seattle
“Whiskey is for drinking, water is for fighting over”
— old Western expression
What is the use of a house if you haven't got a tolerable planet
to put it on?
— Henry David Thoreau
“THE END” OR IS IT THE START?
83. Springs Preserve opens
just as the US is on the
precipice of a global
recession – NV and Las
Vegas hit harder than
most communities
Graphic
from
exhibit
looking
at
water
use
and
popula8on
in
Las
Vegas
88. Old Mission: Inspire
communities to sustain
our land and embrace
our culture.
New Mission: To create a
visitor experience that
builds culture and
community, inspires
environmental
stewardship, and
celebrates the vibrant
history of the Las Vegas
Valley.