Seth Brown

1 month ago | stormwater.com | Seth Brown |Katie Johns

Trying to predict the priorities and actions of a new political administration is always challenging. However, there is value in trying to prepare for what might be coming over the next few years. This forces us to be as policy ready as we can be, which helps us assume a proactive posture and take advantage of opportunities to advance priorities in our sector. First, consider who is likely to be in leadership at the Department of Water in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Nov 19, 2024 | stormwater.com | Seth Brown |Michael DeVuono

A mission of the National Municipal Stormwater Alliance (NMSA) is to promote stormwater as a resource and that investments in stormwater infrastructure should be valued as one would value investments in a precious nonrenewable resource such as gold. To place a value on a resource requires some understanding of the amount available for use.

Sep 24, 2024 | stormwater.com | Seth Brown |Katie Johns

This summer, the U.S. Enivronmental Protection Agency (EPA) selected four teams to establish the first generation of Centers of Excellence for Stormwater Infrastructure Technologies (CESITs). To explore these CESITs, we need to consider the three major work areas they will focus on, which is:Research on new and emerging stormwater control infrastructure technologies. Provide technical assistance to assist with the design, construction, and O&M of stormwater infrastructure.

Mar 20, 2024 | stormwater.com | Seth Brown |Katie Johns |Rebecca Connolly |Caroline Burger

It is always easier to discuss the negativity in the news, but there are also positive and constructive happenings occurring that are not discussed. Why? Because that does not generate clicks, views or likes. There are certainly things to be worried about in the stormwater sector as well. We consistently hear about the lack of funding, the growing size and number of coastal dead zones, and the challenge of addressing new and emerging contaminants.

Mar 19, 2024 | stormwater.com | Katie Johns |Emily Newton |Seth Brown

The 2024 Ohio Stormwater Conference is an annual conference dedicated to advancing the knowledge and understanding of comprehensive stormwater management for those dealing in all aspects of planning, design, implementation and regulatory compliance. The conference has grown from 399 attendees to over 1,000 in the past 16 years. This year’s conference is being held May 8 to May 10, 2024, and will be in person.