Reese Tisdale’s Post

When you park your car in a parking lot you are probably not thinking about #stormwater -- but there is a direct correlation. Parking lots are made of impervious surfaces (i.e., concrete, asphalt, and other surfaces that do not allow for water to seep into the ground) which exacerbate both flooding and water pollution leaving stormwater runoff with nowhere else to go. In fact, nearly one-third of the U.S. 470,000 assessed water bodies are classified as impaired, with stormwater runoff—from urban areas, roadways, and agricultural operations. Fortunately, there are solutions -- including #greeninfrastructure (i.e. permeable pavement) to help address this issue. For more analysis of #stormwatermanagement issues: --New Report from Bluefield Research: U.S. Stormwater Infrastructure Market: Key Drivers, Competitive Shifts & Investment Outlook, 2024–2030 https://lnkd.in/gTCtyUA5 --Highlights from the Report: Climate events, Construction Spend Drive U.S. Stormwater Market Forecast to US$54.5 Billion in 2030 https://lnkd.in/gFXywyhG --New #FutureofWaterPodcast: What's Driving Rapid Growth in U.S. Stormwater Management? https://lnkd.in/gr_9Vnuv Reese Tisdale Kelli Talbot Eric Bindler TRUEGRID Permeable Pavers

What is the investment outlook for the U.S. stormwater infrastructure market? As #climatechange leads to more severe and unpredictable precipitation patterns, and construction and urban development expand impervious surfaces (i.e. asphalt and concrete), the challenges of flooding and water pollution from unmitigated #stormwater runoff are growing. In response, a diverse array of established and emerging solutions providers are carving out positions in the stormwater management market. In Bluefield's upcoming Insight Report, Bluefield's team of water experts will analyze the U.S. #stormwatermanagement market landscape, covering: • Key market drivers and trends • Market sizing and forecasts • Competitive landscape • 30+ profiles of leading stormwater equipment & infrastructure suppliers Key questions addressed in this new report: 1. What are the leading drivers spurring investment in stormwater infrastructure and management? 2. What is the size of the U.S. stormwater infrastructure market, and how does the growth outlook vary across product types, end-user segments, and states / regions? 3. Who are the leading players in the stormwater infrastructure market? 4. What is the role of emerging solutions in disrupting or accelerating the traditional stormwater infrastructure sector? See the table of contents and be notified upon the report's release: https://hubs.ly/Q02yD-mg0 (This report will be available to U.S. & Canada Municipal Water Clients as well as for purchase from Bluefield's website).

We need to be investigating into how we can improve on capturing stormwater. This report by global water think tank Pacific Institute and 2NDNATURE, highlights the extent to which stormwater remains an untapped resource that needs deeper consideration. https://hubs.la/Q02y3-Ph0 CWEA (California Water Environment Association) American Water Works Association American Society of Civil Engineers #stormwater #cleanwater

Did you know that stormwater management only receives about 7.5% of total water sector funding? This issue is complex due to the array of entities involved, including utilities, public works, state transportation agencies, and private property owners. Why does it matter? Parking lots and other impervious surfaces worsen stormwater runoff and pollution. Urbanization is converting greenfields into concrete jungles, making the situation worse. Fortunately, there's a growing focus on innovative solutionsfrom 'gray' infrastructure to 'green' approaches like rain gardens and permeable pavements. #StormwaterManagement #Sustainability

Many thanks to Stormwater Australia for including my article on highway runoff water quality in their inaugural issue! Water quality management for highway projects in Australia is a little understood part of water management so it's great to shine a light on it. Jump to page 11-12 to read the full article. "To see better outcomes in Australia, we must first recognise that water quality management in a highway corridor is undertaken in a different context from our urban development projects. We cannot use the same ‘levers’, such as community recreation, improved aesthetics, or property values, to justify the inclusion of stormwater treatment assets. The levers available in a major road context must instead look to sustainability drivers such as the IS rating scheme. Practitioners working in highway stormwater quality management must also look to other disciplines for support. By linking design or performance requirements from multiple disciplines, we can maximise the perceived value of our stormwater quality treatment systems as well as justifying their continued maintenance budget." Wayne Middleton, Michelle Gribler, Alavy Nishat Islam, Matt Stovold, Darren Stewart, Cathie Norton #stormwater #highways #StormwaterQuality

With rain headed our way over the next few days in the region, stormwater management is more critical than ever. Choosing Oldcastle Infrastructure and Hydro International solutions ensures your site is prepared to handle stormwater efficiently while protecting the environment. Oldcastle’s extensive product line—combined with Hydro International’s proven stormwater treatment systems—delivers a complete solution to safeguard your project and comply with regulations during extreme weather events. Don’t leave your project vulnerable to stormwater challenges. Oldcastle and Hydro International deliver smarter, more sustainable site solutions for engineers who demand excellence—even under adverse conditions. Let’s discuss how Oldcastle can be your total site solution provider. #Engineering #StormwaterManagement #SiteSolutions #Sustainability #Oldcastle #HydroInternational

We need to be investigating into how we can improve on capturing stormwater. This report by global water think tank Pacific Institute and 2NDNATURE, highlights the extent to which stormwater remains an untapped resource that needs deeper consideration. https://hubs.la/Q02y432b0 CWEA (California Water Environment Association) American Water Works Association American Society of Civil Engineers #stormwater #cleanwater

The theme for this year’s #LocalGovernmentAwarenessWeek is Infrastructure! While some look behind the curtain, we're looking beneath the tweed curtain to highlight projects in Oak Bay. The Uplands Sewer Separation project has begun, with phase one (Humber Catchment) underway. Did you know: 2️⃣ The existing combined collection system is comprised of two main catchment areas, Humber (Phase 1) and Rutland (Phase 2). 🌊 This work of separating the sanitary sewer and storm water systems will help provide mitigation against the risk of sewage overflow into the ocean and reduce strain on CRD facilities downstream. 📝 This project is one of Oak Bay’s major infrastructure commitments under the regional Core Area Liquid Waste Management Plan (CALWMP). To see more details and projects planned for 2024, see our 2024 Engineering Capital Works Plan by visiting: https://ow.ly/K4Ja50RINJm

A Year of Progress at Moore & Bruggink (2 of 2) Looking ahead, we're excited to continue our commitment to building a sustainable and thriving future for Michigan. Below are a handful of projects we are looking forward to in our 2025 construction season. Village of Spring Lake: Road reconstruction on South Street, Rex Street, Dixie Street, Monarch Street, Liberty Street, Park Street, and Summit Street, involving significant water, sanitary, and storm sewer improvements. Garden Apartments Phase II, Cascade Twp.: Infrastructure development for 148 new residential housing units including but not limited to public watermain, sanitary sewer, a lift station, force main, and approximately 1,800 feet of county road. Green Street & Market Street, Hastings: Improvements including water, sanitary, and storm sewer upgrades. Allendale WWTP: Upgrades to the waste water treatment facilities utilizing Aerobic Granular Sludge Technology. Grandville WRRF: Upgrades to the blower system for energy efficiency and process improvements. Various RNG Biodigester Projects: Design and permitting on several Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) farm digester projects. #CivilEngineering #ProjectHighlights #WestMichigan #EnvironmentalEngineering #SiteDevelopment #Municipal #WasteWaterTreatmentFacilities #ProcessDevelopment

Portland, Oregon, has achieved a significant milestone by completing a full year without discharging sewage into the Willamette River. This success is attributed to the $1.4 billion Big Pipe Project, completed in 2011, which significantly reduced sewage overflows. The city also implemented green infrastructure solutions, such as rain gardens and encouraging residents to disconnect roof downspouts, diverting approximately 1.2 billion gallons of stormwater from the sewer system. #WillametteRiver #BigPipeProject #GreenInfrastructure