Green infrastructure describes plant assemlages constructed so as to provide an ecological service

On our campus, you will find many different designs of green infrastructure. While collections of plants often serve valuable aesthetic functions, green infrastructure is a term that describes plant assemblages constructed for a specific ecological service or function. Some are designed to capture stormwater and street pollutants. Here the species are deep rooted and recieve storm water run-off. Others function as hot spots for native pollinators. Still others serve to cool the tops of buildings. Red Butte Creek and its surroundings off several green infrastructure features. By the end of this green infrastructure walk, students will be able to (a) distinguish three different kinds of green infrastructure on campus, (b) identify key species associated with stormwater management systems, and (c) recognize stormwater flow connections that relate to the size of the green infrastructure. Click here for a handout to help guide you if you wish to take this walk on your own. Also, Red Butte Creek and its surroundings off several green infrastructure features.

Campus green infrastructure walk

Stormwater run-off green infrastructure

Roof garden green infrastructure

Pollinator green infrastructure

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