Green Infrastructure Coalition

Green Infrastructure Coalition

Green Infrastructure Coalition

Tools and resources for implementing green infrastructure in urban areas

Green Planning Open Source Beginner skill level green infrastructure stormwater urban planning permeable pavement
Coverage Local, City
Cost Free
Last Updated 2024
Skill Level Beginner

Key Features

What Green Infrastructure Coalition Does

Green infrastructure design guides
Stormwater management tools
Permeable pavement calculators
Urban planning resources

Details

Overview

The Green Infrastructure Coalition provides integrated planning resources and design guidance for deploying green infrastructure—permeable pavements, bioswales, rain gardens, and living shorelines—to manage stormwater, reduce flooding, and enhance urban landscapes. The Coalition’s tools help municipalities and developers translate green infrastructure concepts into actionable projects that build resilience while delivering community co-benefits.

Key Features

  • Green infrastructure design guides: Comprehensive technical standards for bioretention, permeable pavement, and other nature-based stormwater solutions
  • Stormwater management tools: Models for quantifying runoff reduction and flood mitigation from green infrastructure deployment
  • Permeable pavement calculators: Cost and performance estimates for permeable asphalt, concrete, and paver installations
  • Urban planning resources: Integration strategies for incorporating green infrastructure into streetscapes, parking areas, and public spaces

Who Is It For?

Municipal planners, public works departments, landscape architects, and developers seeking nature-based alternatives to conventional grey infrastructure. The Coalition’s resources are designed for practitioners at all technical levels and across diverse climates and geographies.

Getting Started

Visit greeninfrastructurecoalition.org to access design guides, technical documents, and case studies demonstrating green infrastructure effectiveness across different contexts. The Coalition connects practitioners with regional experts and peer networks.