The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Rainwater Management Program (RMP) showcases a future vision for the campus that emphasizes the importance of rainwater retention and replenishment. The goal is to transition from the traditional viewpoint of stormwater runoff as a maintenance issue to one that envisions rainwater as an asset to preserve, harness, and celebrate.

You can learn more about the program’s release and the university’s commitment to sustainable rainwater management at a virtual forum on Wednesday, April 2, from 3 to 4 p.m. Preregistration is required to receive the online meeting credentials.

At the core of the RMP is a comprehensive guide for

• Implementation of green infrastructure facilities to protect water quality
• Rainwater facility recommendations to reduce flooding and ponding on campus
• Enhanced rainwater policy changes and funding strategies

The RMP was funded by the Student Sustainability Committee (SSC) and the Sustainable Campus Environment Fee. Through the annual contributions of Illinois students, the SSC strives to make the university a leader in campus sustainability by increasing environmental stewardship, inspiring change, and impacting students.   

Project collaborators include the SSC, Facilities & Services (F&S), Farnsworth Group, Aqua Vitae, Green Metro Planning, LLC, and Lin Engineering.

For general questions about the RMP or event support, please contact Betsy Richardson, F&S Safety & Compliance, compliance professional.