University of Wisconsin–Madison
Progressive Local Government
For the 21st Century

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Managing Urban Stormwater with Green Infrastructure: Case Studies of Five U.S. Local Governments
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2007
Level City or Town, County, Other Boards and Agencies
State(s) All States, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Washington, Wisconsin
Source Center for Neighborhood Technology
Policy Areas Environment & Natural Resources
This report examines the resources that several U.S. cities are devoting to “green infrastructure” and analyzes their early experiences with alternative stormwater management. This report defines and describes green infrastructure; discusses barriers to green infrastructure implementation...
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Syracuse, New York: A Case Study of How Green Infrastructure is Helping Manage Urban Stormwater Challenges
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2011
Level City or Town, County
State(s) New York
Source City of Syracuse
Policy Areas Public Spaces, Environment & Natural Resources, Economic Justice
This report outlines how Syracuse, NY has improved sewage and wastewater control as well as facilitated job training programs through the use of green infrastructure development. It also highlights county-level investment in extensive urban forestry, infiltration boxes, rain gardens,...
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Model Cool Roofs Ordinance
Type Ordinance or Resolution
Year -
Level City or Town
State(s) All States
Source Sabin Center for Climate Change Law
Policy Areas Environment & Natural Resources
Increasingly frequent and severe extreme heat events threaten public health and well-being. Highly reflective roofing materials can mitigate the effects of extreme heat in both indoor and outdoor spaces. This model ordinance is a tool local elected officials can personalize to advocate...
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The Value of Green Infrastructure: A Guide to Recognizing Its Economic, Environmental and Social Benefits
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2010
Level City or Town, County
State(s) All States
Source Center for Neighborhood Technology
Policy Areas Environment & Natural Resources, Energy, Community Development
The guide aims to inform decision-makers and planners about the multiple benefits green infrastructure (GI) delivers to communities. It examines the steps necessary to calculate a variety of performance benefits gained by implementing GI strategies and, where possible, demonstrates...
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