…removed from agricultural fields by water runoff and soil erosion and transported into streams, wetlands and lakes – deteriorating watersheds through the process of eutrophication. Prior research suggests that farmers…

…removed from agricultural fields by water runoff and soil erosion and transported into streams, wetlands and lakes – deteriorating watersheds through the process of eutrophication. Prior research suggests that farmers…
…are few models that directly link soil health and water quality benefits. Given the water quality concerns that we are facing across the country, and understanding that the agricultural industry…
…increased flooding, water pollution from stormwater runoff, and degrading infrastructure. All these factors impact the public health, water quality, economic opportunity, and quality of life. However, merely replacing our current…
…and stormwater plants. These projects are within the Deep River and Turkey Creek Watershed, which drains into Lake Michigan. The projects will reduce the discharge of polluted urban stormwater runoff…
…provide important ecosystem services. The trees absorb significant amounts of water, reducing stormwater run-off, which the U.S. EPA has identified as the most important remaining uncontrolled source of water pollution….
…address a wide range of pollutants from multiple sources, and it will both reduce the pollutants entering the watershed at their urban and rural sources, and restore wetlands and shoreline…
…impervious surfaces carries oils, grease, pesticides, sediment, and excess nutrients such as phosphorous and nitrogen into groundwater and nearby natural bodies of water–including to Lake Michigan through watershed tributaries. Due…
…34%. The Museum has a goal of a 50% consumable diversion rate and continues to look for ways to improve. Water efficiency: The Museum uses a lot of water, approximately…
…cost to plant and maintain a stormwater tree, which can reduce thousands of gallons of stormwater from entering watersheds and the Great Lakes. Your gift can make a big impact!…
…and stormwater planters. Delta’s efforts will more efficiently manage millions of stormwater gallons annually, reducing flooding risk and safeguarding both communities and natural habitats. Please contribute today. Through Delta’s Green…
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