Tag Archives: stormwater

New Educational Signs at LaRC

You may have noticed a few new signs around the NASA Langley property! Recently, the Environmental Branch installed new environmental education signs around Center. These signs provide information on stormwater runoff and infrastructure NASA Langley has in place, such as … Continue reading

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Virginia Lawn Care Tips

Many homeowners want a green, healthy lawn. But did you know that green lawns can come at a high price? In Hampton Roads, we also pay a high price when it comes to sacrificing the water quality of the Chesapeake … Continue reading

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Erosion and Stormwater Management: Best Management Practices for Construction Sites

It’s important to prevent debris and sediment on construction sites from making its way into storm drains (also known as inlets). The water and debris that enter the storm drains do not get sent to a water plant for treatment … Continue reading

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Clean the Bay Day 2017

Volunteers all over Virginia work by land and boat to give the Bay a massive spring cleaning ever year. Twenty-nine years strong, Clean the Bay Day is a true Virginian tradition and an annual opportunity for the whole family, office, group-anyone!- to … Continue reading

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Dumpster Management: Preventing Water Pollution

Dumpsters can be a major source of stormwater pollution if they are not properly maintained, and this type of water pollution can often go unnoticed. However, there are many easy (and clean!) steps that can be taken to prevent pollution from … Continue reading

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Let’s Plant Trees

In observation of Earth Day and Arbor Day 2017, the LaRC Environmental Team is planting almost 500 trees at LaRC and needs your help! Over 1 acre of a grassy area will be converted back to a forested state that … Continue reading

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Earth Day Green Roof Restoration

Hello, all lovers of Earth!  Are you interested in contributing to the wellness of our home planet? Do you want to have an impact on the future health of our world?  Have you ever wanted to learn more about the … Continue reading

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Some of LaRC’s Ways to Save the Bay

In September, we introduced you to some lawn care tips to try at home that can have a big impact on water quality in the Chesapeake Bay. This month, we’re providing you with a sample of some of the things … Continue reading

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Bay-Friendly Lawn Care Tips

Many homeowners want a green, healthy lawn. But did you know that green lawns can come at a high price? You lawn care tips can have a big impact on water quality in the Chesapeake Bay. This quarter’s stormwater article … Continue reading

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What Can You Do To Prevent An Illicit Discharge?

Illicit discharges are a large source of pollution into our waterways. This quarter’s stormwater article focuses on defining, recognizing, preventing, and reporting illicit discharges. Let’s work together to keep our water and the Chesapeake Bay Clean!    Note: This page … Continue reading

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