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This page features a listing of green infrastructure-related events, including conferences, meetings, and trainings. Use drop down menus at the right to browse by region, focus, or by keyword search. Events appear by date.

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Alaska Forum on the Environment - Green Infrastructure Track

February 2, 2009 - February 3, 2009
A 7-session track on Green Infrastructure and Green Building will be featured at the 11th Annual Alaska Forum on the Environment.   Read more>

New Partners for Smart Growth Conference

January 22, 2009 - January 24, 2009
This national, multi-disciplinary, smart growth conference is coming to Albuquerque, New Mexico and will be held January 22-24, 2009. The program has over 100 diverse, cutting-edge sessions spanning three full days.   Read more>

Webinar: Urban Trees = Clean Air (Part 2 of 2)

December 18, 2008 - December 18, 2008
1:00 - 2:30 pm (ET) This free two-part event will explore the importance of addressing air pollution and how trees can improve urban air quality. The speakers will present examples of innovative strategies that use tree planting to address air quality issues and build healthier communities.   Read more>

FIELD HEARING: Rebuilding America - APA National Infrastructure Investment Task Force

December 16, 2008 - December 16, 2008
1:30 - 4:00 pm (ET) Rebuilding America: APA National Infrastructure Investment Task Force will hold a field hearing in Washington, DC on Tuesday, December 16 at Metropolitan Washington COG's first floor training center (777 North Capitol Street, NE) from 1:30 - 4:00pm.   Read more>

Webinar: Urban Trees = Clean Air (Part 1 of 2)

December 11, 2008 - December 11, 2008
1:00 - 2:30 pm (ET) This free two-part event will explore the importance of addressing air pollution and how trees can improve urban air quality. The speakers will present examples of innovative strategies that use tree planting to address air quality issues and build healthier communities.   Read more>

National Wetlands Awards

December 8, 2008 - January 15, 2009
The Environmental Law Institute and its supporting federal agencies are proud to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the National Wetlands Awards. Take time to recognize exceptional individual achievement in wetlands conservation by submitting a nomination for the 2009 National Wetlands Awards.   Read more>

"Blue-Green Technologies - Integrated Practices to Manage Stormwater as an Asset"

December 5, 2008 - December 5, 2008
University of Maryland Baltimore County Center for Urban Environmental Research and Education invite you to the final Fall 2008 Seminar Series lecture, by Dr. Joachim Tourbier from the Technical University of Dresden.   Read more>

EPA Watershed Academy Webcast: Using Rain Gardens to Reduce Runoff

December 3, 2008 - December 3, 2008
Many communities across the country are struggling to address water resource impacts from stormwater runoff due to increased development. Green or low impact development practices such as rain gardens can help manage runoff effectively as well as provide aesthetic benefits.   Read more>

Webinar: Introducing the Watershed Forestry Resource Guide

December 2, 2008 - December 2, 2008
Introduction to the Watershed Forestry Resource Guide, a new online resource for all things related to forests and their role in watershed and stormwater management.   Read more>

Webinar: From Agricultural to Urban Ecosystems - Nature’s Services to Humankind

December 2, 2008 - December 2, 2008
Ecosystems provide people with innumerable and invaluable services. Our increasing need for food, fiber, and fuel has increased awareness of the importance of ecosystems, the services they provide, and the ways in which we depend on them. Join leading researchers as they provide information that will be of tremendous value to policy makers, students, and anyone interested in learning more about our nation’s valuable resources.   Read more>
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