Vancouver can't stop the rain, but it can control where it ends up - The Globe and Mail

Vancouver's Innovative Stormwater Solutions by The Globe and Mail explores how Vancouver is transforming stormwater management to protect the environment and save costs.

Vancouver is adopting a forward-thinking approach to manage stormwater, using green infrastructure to prevent pollutants from reaching local waterways. The city’s strategy includes rain gardens, green roofs, and more. This initiative not only preserves natural ecosystems but also provides substantial economic savings by reducing the need for costly sewer upgrades.

• Green Infrastructure Projects: Initiatives like rain gardens and bioswales filter rainwater and prevent pollutants from entering waterways.
• Economic Benefits: The projects save the city an estimated $16.5 million in sewer upgrade costs.
• Holistic Urban Planning: These efforts are integrated into larger urban planning strategies, involving over 400 stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Cost-effective Stormwater Management: Emphasizes sustainable development, reducing sewage overflow and environmental impact.

These strategies address stormwater challenges, offer economic savings, and place Vancouver at the forefront of sustainable urban planning.