Description
The Meadow Lake Restoration project was implemented at the site of a large (150’ x 220’) swimming pool that had been abandoned in 1996. Continue reading
Delaware River
Advanced Green Roof at SAP Headquarters
Description
The advanced green roof at SAP Headquarters in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania is the first intelligently controlled green roof system in the world. Continue reading
Philadelphia Fire Engine Company No. 38
Description
The Philadelphia Fire Engine Company No. 38 project consisted of the construction of a new fire station on a portion of the existing Disston Park in in Northeast Philadelphia. Continue reading
Thomas Jefferson University Runoff Capture and Reuse System
Description
The Thomas Jefferson University’s new Dorrance H. Hamilton building, an educational center for the campus, is accompanied by a 1.6 acre public plaza that includes features designed to reduce stormwater runoff to Philadelphia’s sewer system. Continue reading
Third Street Condominiums Green Roof
Description
This 4-story, 10 unit residential building in Northern Liberties was designed with large windows and terraces to establish a strong connection to the outside. Continue reading
Thin Flats 100% On-Site Stormwater Management
Description
Thin Flats is an 8-unit, new construction condominium project that manages all stormwater that falls on its site Continue reading
Sheridan Street Housing Site Stormwater Plan
Description
Sheridan Street Housing is affordable, environmentally sustainable housing that seeks to support neighborhood linkages between the Temple University and Northern Liberties neighborhoods, as well as diversify the housing offerings in the neighborhood. Continue reading
Rag Flats Stormwater Management Techniques
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In 2002, Onion Flats collaborated with Minus Studios and Cover to transform the site of a former rag factory into an 11 unit residential urban garden community. Continue reading
Philadelphia Police Forensic Science Center Stormwater Management Techniques
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An adaptive reuse project, the building that now houses the Philadelphia Police Forensic Science Center was once the Mary Channing Wister School, attended by famous comedian Bill Cosby. Continue reading
Models for Stormwater Management on Reclaiming Vacant Land
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A partnership between The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) and The Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) led to the formation of a plan in 2005 to incorporate stormwater management techniques into the Greenway Project, which sought to stabilize abandoned inner city lots. Continue reading
Liberty Lands Stormwater Management Techniques
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The stormwater management demonstration project at Liberty Lands, Northern Liberties’ community-owned and maintained park and garden, has been designed to reduce stormwater runoff and erosion at the site, reduce water use at the park through runoff reuse, and provide a publicly accessible demonstration of best management practices in this rapidly developing neighborhood. Continue reading
Herron Playground Stormwater Management Techniques
Description
Herron Playground in South Philadelphia serves as an example of city collaboration and ingenuity, working in the interest of the environment and the public. Continue reading
Haven in the Goodlands Stormwater Management Plan
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Centro Nuevo Creacion (New Creation Community Center) serves as the site for an after-school program and community workshops, classes and summer enrichment programs in Philadelphia’s West Kensington neighborhood known as the Badlands. Continue reading
E-Flats Condominiums Green Roof
Description
This four-unit condominium located in Philadelphia’s Northern Liberties section is the city’s first residential location to incorporate a green roof. Continue reading
Buttonwood Park Stormwater Management Techniques
Description
Yardley Borough is prone to flooding and local government officials have been taking steps to reduce the severity of the problem. Continue reading