2024 Wisconsin Stormwater Week
Stormwater week is a collaborative effort of organizations throughout the State that work to raise awareness about the sources of water pollution. This week long effort focuses on individual topics each day. Find the daily topics below!
Daily Topics
Monday: Stormwater 101
Learn about the basics of stormwater pollution, how it happens, where it comes from, and simple things you can do to prevent it.
Tuesday: A Salty Situation
Salt is essential for winter safety but can harm our waterways and infrastructure when it washes into storm drains. Learn how salt affects stormwater and what we can do to minimize its impact.
Thursday: Stormwater Treatment
Stormwater and wastewater are managed differently in combined and separate sewer systems. Explore the key differences, benefits, and challenges of each system to understand their impact on our environment.
Wednesday: Stormwater BMPs
Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) help control runoff and protect our water resources. Discover simple and effective techniques to manage stormwater and keep our environment healthy.
Friday: Only Rain Down the Drain
Did you know that stormdrains pour directly into our rivers and lakes, untreated? This is why it is important to prevent pollution from reaching our sidewalks, driveways, streets, and parking lots.
