Field Advisor
Name: Scott Jeffers, PE, PhD
Hometown: New York
Specialty: Green Infrastructure
Bio
Scott Jeffers is both a licensed consulting engineer and PhD graduate of the Drexel University Sustainable Water Resource Engineering Lab studying green infrastructure and urban water resource management. He has worked closely with many municipalities including the Philadelphia Water Department, the New York City Department of Environmental Protection and Department of Park and Recreations, and the Boston Water Sewer Commission. Dr. Jeffers believes in green solutions to urban environmental issues that promote sustainable planning for the future. Recreationally, he is a musician and rock climbing enthusiast.
Upcoming Courses/Events
Urban Hydrology and Green Stormwater Infrastructure: An Overview
Green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) has positioned itself as a solution for many issues facing urban environments, not just stormwater. Because of this, there is a lot of hype around the US among municipalities, engineers, and urban planners to name a few. This presentation will go over the basics of urban hydrology, the history of how we got here, and modern issues that GSI can address. We will review GSI solutions and lessons learned. Drawing from my experience on the ground with pilot projects in New York City and Philadelphia, I will share my thoughts and recommendations moving forward.
Panelist: Scott Jeffers, PE, PhD
Organizers: Andrew Demers
Outline:
1. Introductions
a. Andrew Demers and StormwaterONE
b. Scott Jeffers and my past experience
2. What is Urban Hydrology and why is it important
3. Grey vs green infrastructure
4. Types of GSI
5. Pilot GSI projects around the US
6. The triple bottom line approach
7. Recommendations for future GSI plans
