The New York City DEP, pursuant to a recent Consent Decree, will be required to install sufficient green infrastructure to capture a 1” storm event on 10% of New York City impervious surfaces by 2030.

Compare and contrast the impacts of gray and green infrastructure in managing storm water runoff in a city (such as New York) with a combined sewer system. Note their relative costs and any secondary benefits.

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