Programming
Our goal is to increase public engagement in environmental management. This is a critical next step in transitioning toward bio-based engineering.
Training Platforms
Available for Purchase November 2026
For engineers, scientists, policymakers and those interested in the next phase of bio-based industry.
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Standards of biochar engineering.
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Applications by DOT and landscape management.
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Solutions for stormwater.
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Case studies of proven applications.
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Alignment with green infrastructure.
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Related technologies to support clean water management.
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The role of citizens and community programs.
Edited by Nicholas Rich-Vetsch, PE
Available for Purchase October 2026
For students age 16 on up and anyone interested to learn the basic principles of bio-based engineering.
Features:
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Definitions of biochar and how it works.
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Learning the basics of stormwater and contaminants.
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Ways to test water.
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Standard practices for stormwater sample collection.
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Career pathways in water.
Carefully designed and illustrated for all ages.
Solid science and engineering data.
Edited by Jae-Hyuk Yu, PhD
EPA
Six Minimum Control Measures for Stormwater
MCM 1 Public Information and Education Each jurisdiction is required to educate the public about stormwater quality issues, including erecting signs at major tributary crossings.
MCM 2 Public Involvement and Participation Each jurisdiction must involve the public in stormwater projects, such as storm drain tagging and stream cleanups, and provide a way for the public to report stormwater problems.
MCM 3 Illicit Discharge Detection Each jurisdiction must develop, implement, and enforce a program to detect and eliminate illicit discharges, develop a storm sewer map, and develop a map of all septic systems.
MCM 4 Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control Each jurisdiction must develop, implement, and enforce a program to address pollutants in stormwater runoff from construction activities.
MCM 5 Post-Construction Stormwater ManagementEach jurisdiction must develop, implement, and enforce a program to address stormwater runoff from new development and redevelopment projects.
MCM 6 Pollution prevention/Good Housekeeping Each jurisdiction must develop and implement an operation and maintenance program, including training, to prevent or reduce pollutant runoff from municipal operations.
Nobody owns the water. Yet everyone is responsible. This is the message implied by the EPA in their stormwater mandate and shared by state agencies across the US.
We support that process with curriculum development in line with many career academies that serve young adults outside of traditional K-12 or community colleges.
Adding stormwater as a career track offers students and paid interns an attractive pathway that benefits fish and all living creatures, including human beings.
We align with training initiatives under way with many Public Works groups, "Friends of" riverkeepers, and sustainable or regenerative farming programs.
Stormwater is a growth industry and a great starting point for a career in water with global opportunities.