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Pennsylvania: Pittsburgh
Green Infrastructure Type: Green Municipalities
Types of Green Infrastructure Used: Green Roofs, Rain Gardens, Vegetated Swales & Landscaping, Downspout Detachment, Rain Barrels, Wetlands, Riparian Protection, and Urban Forests.
Summary:
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A green roof surrounds the executive offices on the
Heinz 57 Center in downtown Pittsburgh.
Photo Credit: Roofscapes, Inc. |
Description:
Pittsburgh’s green infrastructure program was implemented specifically to limit combined sewer overflow (CSO) events. The city is also using green infrastructure as one of the primary components of a “restorative development” initiative which has been designed to restore habitat, beautify land, increase green space, and raise property values. In addition to repairing existing sewer infrastructure (at an estimated cost of over $3 billion), the city has funded several green infrastructure demonstration projects focused on stormwater capture and/or treatment. Over 500 large rain barrels (132 gallons each) have been strategically placed throughout the city in neighborhoods known to play a critical role in CSO events. The city has also completed a high-profile series of green building projects, including the David L. Lawrence Center – the worlds very first LEED certified convention center. Pittsburgh’s Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is also undergoing a major renovation, and will eventually be covered by a 15,000 square foot green roof. Most recently, the city has launched a $7.7 million dollar effort to restore riparian corridors, install wetlands, and create wildlife habitat along Nine Mile Run, a highly degraded stream that runs through a 455-acre park and recreation area.
For more information, visit: Nine Mile Run Watershed Association  .
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