Green Infrastructure and Storm Water Management

The video discusses how Boston's urban infrastructure affects storm water management, leading to pollution and ecosystem damage. It introduces green infrastructure as a solution, highlighting its benefits like pollution reduction, cooling, and flood prevention. Various types of green infrastructure, such as rain barrels, green roofs, and porous paving, are explained. The video concludes with a resource for further information.

What is a major reason why storm water cannot be absorbed in urban areas like Boston?

• The high elevation of the city

• The presence of too many trees

• The abundance of hard surfaces

• The lack of rainfall

As storm water travels across hard surfaces, what does it tend to collect?

• Pollutants and litter

• Nutrients

• Minerals

• Freshwater fish

What is the primary function of storm drains in urban areas?

• To generate electricity

• To irrigate gardens

• To capture and transport storm water

• To provide drinking water

How does green infrastructure help manage storm water?

• By mimicking the natural water cycle

• By diverting water to the ocean

• By reducing the amount of rainfall

• By increasing the number of hard surfaces

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of green infrastructure?

• Reducing flooding

• Increasing air pollution

• Cooling neighborhoods

• Creating new green spaces

What is one way rain barrels contribute to green infrastructure?

• By providing habitat for fish

• By generating electricity

• By increasing the temperature of water

• By storing rainwater from downspouts

How do green roofs like Fenway Farms help in storm water management?

• By reflecting sunlight

• By transforming asphalt roofs to catch water

• By increasing the height of buildings

• By providing a habitat for birds

What role do bioswales play in green infrastructure?

• They speed up the flow of storm water

• They slow down and clean storm water

• They increase the amount of hard surfaces

• They prevent the growth of plants

What is the function of permeable paving materials in storm water management?

• To increase the temperature of the ground

• To allow storm water to pass through and absorb into the ground

• To reflect sunlight

• To prevent water from passing through

Which of the following is an example of green infrastructure in Boston?

• Concrete sidewalks

• Asphalt roads

• Metal roofs

• Rain barrels