The course explains the usage of green infrastructure, which is designed to transport runoff off-site for treatment or discharge to natural drainages. The study material presents the different types of green infrastructure (GI) approaches that helps to reduce stormwater runoff. The course material also explains stormwater pollutants that are harmful to aquatic plants and animal, and threaten of human health. The material is based on Plants Not Pipes: Promoting Green Infrastructure and its Benefits.

At the conclusion of this course, the learner will have better understanding of the benefits of green infrastructure, as well as an understanding the following topics:

• Types of green infrastructure
• Preservation of open space during construction
• Infill development and brownfields redevelopment
• Direct and Indirect monetary savings
• Stormwater pollutants