Stormwater Management

Chapin Bioretention System

Posted on November 9, 2018 by blacombe

Bioswales, like this one near the new Arthur F. and Patricia Ryan Center for Business Studies, are integral components of campus stormwater management efforts, led by Gale Gennaro.

Slavin Lawn Bioretention System

Posted on November 9, 2018 by blacombe

This was one of the first bioswales on campus, built on the Slavin Center lawn near Harkins Hall for the purpose of collecting runoff from the Slavin Center atrium roof. The photo is from 2013.

Ruane Center Bioretention System

Posted on November 9, 2018 by blacombe

The Ruane Center bio-swale manages stormwater while creating an outdoor classroom and living biology laboratory for student teaching. Rainwater that […]

Providence College Wins Save the Bay Award

Posted on November 6, 2018 by blacombe

2013 Environmental Achievement Award