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CH2M Hill, environmental Engineering firm, presents "Value of an Integrated Planning Approach for Euclid." For the City of Euclid sewer utility, an Integrated Planning approach can address EPA stormwater issues with economic, environmental, and social benefits.
CH2M Hill, environmental Engineering firm, highlights the Integrated Planning Approach for the Onondaga County, NY sewer utility. In reference to the proposed Integrated Planning approach to stormwater abatement in Euclid Ohio.
Slideshow presentation for Flood Mitigation Symposium, October 4, 2013.
Scott Edelman - Senior Vice President, AECOM Water Resources and past president of the Association of State Flood Plain Managers (ASFPM) Foundation
Watershed management along the Colorado River - Michael GabaldonYourAlberta
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Flood forecasting methodology in Alberta - Evan FriesenhanYourAlberta
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CH2M Hill, environmental Engineering firm, presents "Value of an Integrated Planning Approach for Euclid." For the City of Euclid sewer utility, an Integrated Planning approach can address EPA stormwater issues with economic, environmental, and social benefits.
CH2M Hill, environmental Engineering firm, highlights the Integrated Planning Approach for the Onondaga County, NY sewer utility. In reference to the proposed Integrated Planning approach to stormwater abatement in Euclid Ohio.
Slideshow presentation for Flood Mitigation Symposium, October 4, 2013.
Scott Edelman - Senior Vice President, AECOM Water Resources and past president of the Association of State Flood Plain Managers (ASFPM) Foundation
Watershed management along the Colorado River - Michael GabaldonYourAlberta
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Flood forecasting methodology in Alberta - Evan FriesenhanYourAlberta
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ICLR Friday Forum: Flood and Drought (October 16, 2015)glennmcgillivray
On October 16, ICLR held a workshop entitled 'Flood and drought: What's next for watershed management?', led by Kim Sturgess, CEO of Alberta WaterSMART. Alberta was devastated by the Great Flood of June 2013. Countless families, homes, businesses, properties, infrastructures and landscapes were affected. In 2015, agricultural communities in southern and central Alberta were faced with water shortages, resulting in the Province declaring a province-wide agricultural disaster in late August 2015. As the events of recent years have shown, water-related events have had a profound impact on the lives of Albertans. As the Government of Alberta (GoA) leads the effort to examine and implement a variety of long-term flood and drought mitigation considerations, it is important to drive water-related discussions and public engagement on the topics of water resources, water management and flood and drought mitigation. Over the last ten years there has been a growing interest in collaborative watershed management, including the development of tools and models to incorporate new research, data and climate change impacts. These collaborative practices are providing new insights for flood and drought to address issues of climate adaptation. In this talk, Sturgess reviewed these new practices and lessons learned from the extreme weather events that have been experienced in Alberta.
Kim Sturgess, P.Eng. FCAE is the founder and CEO of Alberta WaterSMART, a services organization committed to improving water management through better technologies and practices. She has led the development of collaborative watershed management models and systems over the last ten years, and has supported water management planning in industry and government. Her team provided advisory services and public education for the Alberta government following the 2013 flood. In addition to serving on the boards of her own companies, she serves on the boards of CCI Thermal Technologies, the Calgary Airport Authority, the Alberta Chamber of Resources, and the Council of Canadian Academies. Formerly she served as a director of the Alberta Water Council, the Canadian Academy of Engineering, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, the National Research Council, APEGA, the Alberta Economic Development Authority, Queen's University, and the Calgary Science Centre.
EWB-SFP/UC Berkeley Project: Water Pumping, Storage, and
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Janna Abad/Susan Witebsky/Pat Coyle for EWB-SFP Executive Committee Meeting, August 2017
Drinking Water Systems management perceptions, priorities, and expectations: ...AngelosAlamanos
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Education, awareness, and healthy initiatives to increase action are required, so the concept of Water Stewardship is examined (international practices review). Finally, a novel way is suggested to assess Water Stewardship Standards.
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Chattahoochee River Watershed Case Study
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M.Sc. in Sustainability Management | SEM 607 - Watershed Management
National University
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On October 16, ICLR held a workshop entitled 'Flood and drought: What's next for watershed management?', led by Kim Sturgess, CEO of Alberta WaterSMART. Alberta was devastated by the Great Flood of June 2013. Countless families, homes, businesses, properties, infrastructures and landscapes were affected. In 2015, agricultural communities in southern and central Alberta were faced with water shortages, resulting in the Province declaring a province-wide agricultural disaster in late August 2015. As the events of recent years have shown, water-related events have had a profound impact on the lives of Albertans. As the Government of Alberta (GoA) leads the effort to examine and implement a variety of long-term flood and drought mitigation considerations, it is important to drive water-related discussions and public engagement on the topics of water resources, water management and flood and drought mitigation. Over the last ten years there has been a growing interest in collaborative watershed management, including the development of tools and models to incorporate new research, data and climate change impacts. These collaborative practices are providing new insights for flood and drought to address issues of climate adaptation. In this talk, Sturgess reviewed these new practices and lessons learned from the extreme weather events that have been experienced in Alberta.
Kim Sturgess, P.Eng. FCAE is the founder and CEO of Alberta WaterSMART, a services organization committed to improving water management through better technologies and practices. She has led the development of collaborative watershed management models and systems over the last ten years, and has supported water management planning in industry and government. Her team provided advisory services and public education for the Alberta government following the 2013 flood. In addition to serving on the boards of her own companies, she serves on the boards of CCI Thermal Technologies, the Calgary Airport Authority, the Alberta Chamber of Resources, and the Council of Canadian Academies. Formerly she served as a director of the Alberta Water Council, the Canadian Academy of Engineering, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, the National Research Council, APEGA, the Alberta Economic Development Authority, Queen's University, and the Calgary Science Centre.
EWB-SFP/UC Berkeley Project: Water Pumping, Storage, and
Distribution System for Existing Well, EL Llanito, Nicaragua
Janna Abad/Susan Witebsky/Pat Coyle for EWB-SFP Executive Committee Meeting, August 2017
Drinking Water Systems management perceptions, priorities, and expectations: ...AngelosAlamanos
Drinking Water Systems management perceptions, priorities, and expectations - using Multicriteria Analysis (AHP) to compare water consumption factors effect and water conservation measures perception to 2 sample groups: A Water Utility and its customers (i.e. decision-makers and stakeholders). Perceptions, priorities, and expectations are compared, while willingness to pay (WTP) is also explored for water services improvements.
Education, awareness, and healthy initiatives to increase action are required, so the concept of Water Stewardship is examined (international practices review). Finally, a novel way is suggested to assess Water Stewardship Standards.
Given by Loudoun County government covering Loudoun's Stormwater goals, requirements from DEQ, existing stormwater management facilities, other pollution reduction methods, example projects, partnering with HOAs and Loudoun County Stormwater contact information.
Chattahoochee River Watershed Case Study
Michael R. Barr, Alicia L. Case & Kim Werdeman
May 2013
M.Sc. in Sustainability Management | SEM 607 - Watershed Management
National University
Long Branch Central Watershed Management Area Project Overview October 26, 2020Fairfax County
Information about development in Fairfax County, major stormwater management project drivers, a functions-based approach to stream restoration and more information about the project is included in the presentation.
Paul Spring Branch at Sherwood Hall Stream Restoration ProjectFairfax County
The plan is to return the form and function of the channel to dynamic equilibrium and improve the ecological processes of the riparian corridor within the constraints of the developed landscape.
Flag Run at Elgar Street Stream Restoration Project - May 24, 2017Fairfax County
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Collaboration, Science, and Technology Merge to Improve Water QualityArbor Day Foundation
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The carbon cycle is a critical component of Earth's environmental system, governing the movement and transformation of carbon through various reservoirs, including the atmosphere, oceans, soil, and living organisms. This complex cycle involves several key processes such as photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and carbon sequestration, each contributing to the regulation of carbon levels on the planet.
Human activities, particularly fossil fuel combustion and deforestation, have significantly altered the natural carbon cycle, leading to increased atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations and driving climate change. Understanding the intricacies of the carbon cycle is essential for assessing the impacts of these changes and developing effective mitigation strategies.
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In-depth exploration of the carbon cycle reveals the delicate balance required to sustain life and the urgent need to address anthropogenic influences. Through research, education, and policy, we can work towards restoring equilibrium in the carbon cycle and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
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Willie Nelson Net Worth: A Journey Through Music, Movies, and Business Venturesgreendigital
Willie Nelson is a name that resonates within the world of music and entertainment. Known for his unique voice, and masterful guitar skills. and an extraordinary career spanning several decades. Nelson has become a legend in the country music scene. But, his influence extends far beyond the realm of music. with ventures in acting, writing, activism, and business. This comprehensive article delves into Willie Nelson net worth. exploring the various facets of his career that have contributed to his large fortune.
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Introduction
Willie Nelson net worth is a testament to his enduring influence and success in many fields. Born on April 29, 1933, in Abbott, Texas. Nelson's journey from a humble beginning to becoming one of the most iconic figures in American music is nothing short of inspirational. His net worth, which estimated to be around $25 million as of 2024. reflects a career that is as diverse as it is prolific.
Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Humble Origins
Willie Hugh Nelson was born during the Great Depression. a time of significant economic hardship in the United States. Raised by his grandparents. Nelson found solace and inspiration in music from an early age. His grandmother taught him to play the guitar. setting the stage for what would become an illustrious career.
First Steps in Music
Nelson's initial foray into the music industry was fraught with challenges. He moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to pursue his dreams, but success did not come . Working as a songwriter, Nelson penned hits for other artists. which helped him gain a foothold in the competitive music scene. His songwriting skills contributed to his early earnings. laying the foundation for his net worth.
Rise to Stardom
Breakthrough Albums
The 1970s marked a turning point in Willie Nelson's career. His albums "Shotgun Willie" (1973), "Red Headed Stranger" (1975). and "Stardust" (1978) received critical acclaim and commercial success. These albums not only solidified his position in the country music genre. but also introduced his music to a broader audience. The success of these albums played a crucial role in boosting Willie Nelson net worth.
Iconic Songs
Willie Nelson net worth is also attributed to his extensive catalog of hit songs. Tracks like "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," "On the Road Again," and "Always on My Mind" have become timeless classics. These songs have not only earned Nelson large royalties but have also ensured his continued relevance in the music industry.
Acting and Film Career
Hollywood Ventures
In addition to his music career, Willie Nelson has also made a mark in Hollywood. His distinctive personality and on-screen presence have landed him roles in several films and television shows. Notable appearances include roles in "The Electric Horseman" (1979), "Honeysuckle Rose" (1980), and "Barbarosa" (1982). These acting gigs have added a significant amount to Willie Nelson net worth.
Television Appearances
Nelson's char
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The objective of this work is to contribute to valorization de Nephelium lappaceum by the characterization of kinetics of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum. The seeds were dehydrated until a constant mass respectively in a drying oven and a microwawe oven. The temperatures and the powers of drying are respectively: 50, 60 and 70°C and 140, 280 and 420 W. The results show that the curves of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum do not present a phase of constant kinetics. The coefficients of diffusion vary between 2.09.10-8 to 2.98. 10-8m-2/s in the interval of 50°C at 70°C and between 4.83×10-07 at 9.04×10-07 m-8/s for the powers going of 140 W with 420 W the relation between Arrhenius and a value of energy of activation of 16.49 kJ. mol-1 expressed the effect of the temperature on effective diffusivity.
Characterization and the Kinetics of drying at the drying oven and with micro...
OWLS 2013: ATLANTA SPOTLIGHT
1. One Water Leadership Summit
SPOTLIGHT: Atlanta
Moderator:
John Batten, Executive Vice President, ARCADIS
Panelists:
Jo Ann J. Macrina, PE, Commissioner, Dept of Watershed Management, City of Atlanta
Margaret E. Tanner, PE, Deputy Commissioner, Dept of Watershed Management, City of Atlanta
Catherine Owens, PE, Senior Civil Engineer, Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.
Denise Quarles, Director, Mayor’s Office of Sustainability, City of Atlanta
Stacy Funderburke, Real Estate Associate, The Conservation Fund
From Federal Enforcement to Federal Partnerships
2. Department of Watershed ManagementDepartment of Watershed Management
City of Atlanta Watershed Management
• Serves population of 1.2 million (450,000 night)
– Adequate water supply and treatment capacity
• 2 ½ water treatment plants, 112 MGD (2 plants)
– Adequate wastewater treatment plant capacity
• 4 wastewater treatment plants, 184 MGD
• 6 CSO facilities
• Regional provider; 6 wholesale govt. customers
• 2,750 mi of water mains
• 1,900+ mi of sewer (50-100 yrs old)
– 15% combined, 85% separated
• 1,475 positions
• Annual budget $595M
3. Department of Watershed ManagementDepartment of Watershed Management
Watershed Management – Pre 2000
• Long-term system under-investment
• Failed water utility privatization
– Consent Orders
• Flawed stormwater utility fee imposed
– $7 million refunded
• 2 Wastewater Consent Decrees
– 100+ overflows/yr at CSO facilities
– 1,000 sewer spills in year 2000
• Poor image
– Insensitive
– Inactive
– Incompetent
– Irresponsible
4. Department of Watershed Management
CSO Consent Decree Success
• Consent Decree issued Sept 1998, full compliance by Nov 2008
• Reduced CSOs from 100/yr to 4/yr
• Total cost: $711M
West Area CSO Tunnel
Boring Machine
5. Department of Watershed Management
SSO Consent Decree
• Consent Decree issued Dec 1999, full
compliance by July 2014 (*extension)
• Phased Approach to Capital Improvement
Program
– Phase I - Sewer System Evaluation Survey (1600
miles)
– Phase II - Sewer Rehabilitation
– Phase III - Sewer Capacity Relief
– Total -- $1.4 Billion Capital Program
• Preventive Maintenance Program
7. Department of Watershed Management
Compliance at a Price
71% decrease in number of
spills to waters of the state
Success!
8. Department of Watershed ManagementDepartment of Watershed Management
Mayor Kasim Reed
Commitment to Community
•Provide effective solutions for real issues
•Community involvement
•Take action and follow through
Commitment to Sustainable Initiatives
•Focus on green solutions
•Focus on decreased carbon footprint
•Focus on reduced energy consumption
Commitment to Environmental Protection
•Comply with all regulations
•Manage infrastructure responsibly
•Build partnerships with state and federal agencies
9. Department of Watershed Management
Achieving the Goals through New Initiatives
• Financial flexibility with CD extension
– 13 year extension; longest in U.S. (1999-2027)
– Approx $450MM work remaining
– Ability to balance all needs
• Integrated Water Resources
– Data analysis
– Utilize technology
• Sustainability & Green Infrastructure
10. Department of Watershed Management
Promoting Sustainability
• Goal of green infrastructure - mimic the natural hydrologic function
– preserving conservation areas
– reducing impervious surfaces
– installing aesthetically-pleasing structural measures such as
• green roofs, vegetated swales, permeable pavement, infiltration planters,
cisterns, and rain gardens.
• An alternative approach to managing stormwater runoff
• Decreasing energy consumption
• Waste to energy program
• Enhancing aesthetics and public access/use
11. Department of Watershed Management
Southeast Atlanta Green Infrastructure Initiative
Background:
•Homes built in historic stream channels; low lying areas where stormwater
naturally drain
•Stream channels were piped; floodplains still exist due to pipe overflows
from capacity limitations
•Combined sewer area out of conveyance capacity
– Limited capacity often exceeded by high rainfall events
– Stormwater runoff exacerbated by higher amounts of impervious cover running
across hard surfaces at greater velocities
– Over time, systems cannot accommodate developments
•Partial improvements made, leaving other problems
•Typical solutions can be disruptive, cost prohibitive
12. Department of Watershed ManagementDepartment of Watershed Management
Computer Simulation of Existing Conditions
25 year 4 hour “Critical” Storm
Drainage Area
Total
Area
(acres)
Impervious
%
Mechanicsville
/ Peoplestown
900 65%
Summerhill 505 58%
Grant Park 380 42%
Englewood
Manor 715 42%
Assessment of Issues
13. Department of Watershed Management
Phased Approach & Community Input
• Action Plan
– Immediate Response – Completed w/in 30 days
– Short Term Projects – Completed w/in 6 months
– Intermediate Projects - NTP: Nov.1, 2013
– Long Term Projects - In Design
• Follow-up Meetings with Community
– Communicate phased approach
– Inform them of alternatives & schedule
15. Department of Watershed Management
• Media Lot
Vault
• Permeable
Pavers
Intermediate Projects
Media Lot
Vault
16. Department of Watershed Management
Intermediate Projects – Permeable Pavers
• ~6 miles of permeable pavers:
– Mechanicsville
– Peoplestown
– Summerhill
AfterBefore
17. Department of Watershed Management
Long-Term Projects
• Three additional storage vaults
• Detention Ponds
• Cistern at Braves Stadium
Connally Storage 1
& 2
Columbia Apts
18. Department of Watershed Management
Urban Waters Federal Partnership
• “Through our partnership, we will revitalize urban waters and the
communities that surround them, transforming overlooked assets into
treasured centerpieces and drivers of urban revival.” www.EPA.gov
19. Department of Watershed Management
Proctor Creek Watershed
• DWM Activities
– Streamwalks
– WQ data
– Spill response program
– FOG education
– Future BMPs
– Future Green Infrastructure projects
20. Department of Watershed Management
Atlanta Green Infrastructure Projects
Green Roof
City Hall
Rainwater Harvesting
Southface
Rain Garden
Adair Park
Pervious Paving
English Park
Bioswale
Fernbank Museum
Stormwater Planters
Juniper Street (Proposed)
Pervious Concrete
Felder Street
Stormwater Bump-out
Whitehall Terrace
21.
22.
23. Atlanta BeltLine
Key Project Elements:
•22 miles of modern streetcar
transit
•33 miles of multi-use trails
•1,300 acres of parks
•5,600 units of affordable housing
•1,100 acres of brownfield
remediation
•Public Art
•Historic Preservation
•Economic Development
24.
25.
26. Historic Fourth Ward Park and Skatepark
•17 acres
•Opened June 2011
•2-acre lake that doubles as stormwater capacity
relief
•Outdoor amphitheater
•Modern playground with splashpad
•Open, passive lawns
•Elegant walkways
27. Atlanta BeltLine Investments
$362 million: Total funds invested to date
•$157 million: Atlanta BeltLine Tax Allocation District (TAD)
•$121 million: City of Atlanta bond funds (Watershed, Parks, Public Works)
•$22 million: Federal (transit and trail)
•$21 million: Federal (streets and streetscapes within the TAD)
•$41 million: Private philanthropic
Awards and Accomplishments
•Livable Centers Initiative Grant ($4 million) (2012)
•Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) Grant ($1.47 million) (2012)
•Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) “Development of Excellence Award” for Historic Fourth
Ward Park (2012)
•Atlanta Business Chronicle’s “Land Deal of the Year” for the Eastside Trail (2012)
•Environmental Communications Award Grand Prize (2013)
•Atlanta Urban Design Commission “Adaptive Reuse Award” for the Eastside Trail (2013)
•Great Places in Georgia “Public Spaces” Award for D. H. Stanton Park (2011)
•Atlanta Urban Design Commission Award for Historic Fourth Ward Park (2011) and D. H.
Stanton Park (2012)
•GAASLA Merit Award For D. H. Stanton Park (2011) and Historic Fourth Ward Park (2012)
•ULI Project of the Year (2013)
28. Eastside Trail
•2.25 miles
•Opened October 2012
•First trail segment built in old railroad corridor
•Connects five intown neighborhoods, three major
parks, and bike paths
•Corridor preserved for transit
•Over 600 large trees planted
29. Environmental remediation:
•73 acres of brownfields remediated
•Environmental Justice Policy adopted by Board of Directors (August 2012)
Master Planning
•All ten subarea master plans adopted by Atlanta City Council (April 2012)
30. Power to Change is Atlanta’s citywide sustainability initiative
Full Circle Commitment
360 success that can be measured 365 days a year⁰
• 5 Stakeholder groups
around…
• 10 Impact Areas with…
• 30+ Measures of success
and…
• 100+ Initiatives..
Green infrastructure is
1 initiative but it affects
multiple impact areas
31. Atlanta ACTS Citywide….Green Infrastructure for the Urban Community
Academia Nonprofit Atlantan
Spelman College
Water Efficient Landscaping
• 59.52% reduction in the use of
potable water for landscaping.
• 39,950 gallons savings of potable
water annually; avoiding $1,469 a
year in water costs.
Residential
Potable Water
System
• First installed under
rainwater
ordinance.
• 49,400 gallon/50
inches rainfall
potential
Southface Energy Institute
Green Roof
• Entire building’s water savings
are an 84% overall reduction in
potable water consumption
compared to a baseline
commercial building of the same
size, saving 112,781
gallons/year.
32. Atlanta ACTS Citywide….Green Infrastructure for the Urban Community
Business Business
Home Depot
Rainwater Holding Tank
• 500,000 gallon tank
• Landscape irrigation retro-
fits saving water too
Epsten Group
Green roof system
• 91% of sites
stormwater captured,
treated and infiltrated
on site
• LEED Platinum
facility
Government
Fire Station #16
Rain Garden
• Sized to capture the first
1.2” of runoff from
stations downspouts
35. Facilitating Green Infrastructure
Best Practices
Philadelphia Peer
Exchange
City of Atlanta Green
Infrastructure Task Force
Conservation Leadership
Network
The Problem! Homes built in what used to be the historical stream channels. Capacity limitations in the system so the system can’t handle strong, flashy storm events. DWM prepared a integrated model that simulates the surface conditions based on what the combined system capacity.
* Projects total. This is the first 6
Good morning, I’m Andrew Schock from the Conservation Fund. Thank you all for inviting me to talk about collaboration in Green Infrastructure development – we are off to a good start by having all of you in the room at once! First let me tell you a little bit about The Conservation Fund.
We facilitate real estate transaction for the Cities, States and Federal governments – In Atlanta we have helped to protect over 50% of the non-beltline greenspace since 2005 – with more on the way
But this is only successful because of the collaborative partnerships