Welcome to the Green Values® Stormwater Toolbox

  • Learn what green infrastructure is and does.
  • Learn how the use of green infrastructure saves money.
  • Understand the costs and benefits of using green infrastructure to mitigate the need for different types of built water infrastructure, such as sewers and detention basins.
  • Search our comprehensive bibliography for more information.

The Green Values® Stormwater Toolbox was originally developed primarily for use by planners, engineers and other municipal staff. As a result, we’ve tried to err on the side of giving too much technical information. However, we recognize that individuals are also interested in the benefits of green infrastructure, both for individual sites and to influence public policy.

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This site is made possible by generous grants from The Joyce Foundation and from the Governor of Illinois and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency through Section 319 of the Clean Water Act.

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Related News

May 20th, 2013 Illinois General Assembly Passes Green Infrastructure Bills

The Illinois General Assembly passed two bills last week designed to increase the use of green infrastructure in stormwater management practices, which will provide multiple benefits to Illinois communities as we continue to experience heavy rainstorms.

May 14th, 2013 Urban Flooding is Chronic and Costly, but not Correlated with Floodplains

When it comes to flooding in cities, it makes little difference whether a property is located within a floodplain or not—damage happens, happens often, and can inflict significant costs. This stark lack of correlation between property damage claims and recognized floodplains is among the key findings of The Prevalence and Cost of Urban Flooding, a report released today by the Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT).

April 25th, 2013 After the Flood: 3 Tips for Action in Your Community

After the weeks of wet weather we’ve just experienced in Chicago, we can’t help but empathize with the thousands of property owners whose soggy carpets have piled up and whose spirits remain dampened, here and in other parts of the country. For those who wonder if their basement flooding miseries will ever end, here are CNT’s top three tips for actions you and your community can take immediately.

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