Resources
Our green infrastructure resources offer a curated collection of in-depth publications, research papers, and valuable resources on green infrastructure, stormwater management, and sustainable development.
Free Resources
Recent GI Exchange Publications
Become a member and gain access to an exclusive library of materials offering expert analysis, cutting-edge insights, and innovative solutions shaping the future of environmental and infrastructure sustainability. Dive into a world of knowledge designed to inspire, educate, and empower you on your sustainability journey, equipping you with the tools needed to make a positive impact in your community and beyond.
Green Infrastructure Library
The GI Library makes it easy for a wide range of professionals to quickly and easily share, search, sort and compare a wide array of resources from cities and institutions across North America aimed at supporting the implementation and maintenance of green infrastructure. It is a constantly evolving and dynamic site.
The Climate Resilience Resources Guide, 2023
This Guide explores potential changes to current GSI policy, planning, and implementation practices that could enhance the climate resilience benefits provided by GSI and considers how climate change could negatively impact GSI performance.
Equity Guide for Green Stormwater Infrastructure Practitioners, 2022
The Equity Guide for Green Stormwater Infrastructure Practitioners is a comprehensive guide to advancing and measuring equity within public sector stormwater management organizations’ green stormwater infrastructure policies, programs, and projects.
The State of Public Sector GSI, 2022
Establishes a baseline for understanding local public sector green infrastructure implementation and provides a blueprint to enhance and scale these efforts, based on insights from 50 stormwater management organizations.
Evergreen Resources
The Framework of GSI Practice
The Framework of GSI Practice is an organizing structure for GSI principles, best practices and case examples. It is composed of the nine core topics shown at left, which Exchange members believe must be navigated successfully to scale public sector green infrastructure. Access the framework here.
GSI Impact Hub
The GSI Impact Hub is a collaboration between The Nature Conservancy, Green Infrastructure Leadership Exchange, One Water Econ, government agencies and technical partners. The GSI Impact Hub was created to address a critical need for information about the full value of GSI by providing accessible, reliable, and actionable information. Our team comprises experts from diverse fields, including urban planning, environmental science, natural resource economics, and community advocacy, all dedicated to advancing the implementation of GSI. The GSI Calculator provides a comprehensive analysis of potential GSI projects, allowing users to input specific data and customize scenarios to reflect local conditions. By highlighting the multifaceted advantages of GSI, including flood risk reduction, heat mitigation, water quality improvement, and job creation, the GSI Impact Calculator empowers stakeholders to make informed, strategic decisions during the early planning stages of stormwater and other infrastructure projects.