Storm water Management

Storm water Management

Storm water refers to the precipitation and surface water runoff that does not infiltrate the ground and flows into drains where it usually routed directly into lakes, rivers and streams. Sources of Storm water include:
· Precipitation rainfall, snowfall and snowmelt
· Floodwater
· Lawn irrigation runoff
· Surface water flowing from urban and rural sources (car washing, etc.)
Designed Ecosystems for storm water management systems provide structural mitigation and storm water re-use. Structural methods include ponds, reservoirs, storm water wetlands, sand filters, grassy swales, and rain gardens. These systems disrupt the storm water flow and allow for infiltration and/or retention of the water.
Storm water recycling systems filter rainwater and sometimes other sources of storm water so that it is available for re-use. This is often referred to as ‘rainwater harvesting.’ Endless reuse options exist for storm water, including irrigation, non-potable household use, and water features such as fountains and ponds

Education

Unique Technology providing Unique Education Systems are designed to put an emphasis on understanding by proximity--going beyond the confines of walls and books and encouraging experiential learning. This is possible because designed ecosystems create a space/environment that can be physically visited. By taking the visitor into consideration, systems become 'classrooms' that teach innovative methods of solving an old problem.
Alternative Technology Alternative technologies are often perceived as inaccessible due to a lack of background or unattainable information. Our systems not only emphasize originality in treatment methods but, through design choices, make the functionality of the system easy to obtain. This can include descriptive signage, use of materials such as clear piping and recycled plastics, or self-guided tour guides.