Posted on 09/18/18 by Brent in Storm Water Services
Cuyahoga SWCD provides technical assistance to landowners within Cuyahoga County as part of our countywide mission. When a property owner contacts Cuyahoga SWCD staff listen to the concern and work with the property owner to fully understand the situation. Part of our research includes consulting a myriad of resources that provide valuable context. The following is a list... read more
Posted on 09/05/18 by Carla in Educational Outreach
We live in a world where a new technology is popping up almost every other minute. From the latest I-phone version to medical advancements such as in utero heart operations, the world as we know it is changing. One of the coolest ideas I recently heard is solar roadways. Yes, solar panels... read more
Posted on 08/28/18 by Justin in Urban Agriculture
The terms agroforestry, forest farming, and food forest get used often in conjunction. Although they sound synonymous, in fact they are related terms that have distinctly different definitions and practices. In today’s blog, we explore these terms. Agroforestry is a USDA term. According to the USDA, “agroforestry is the intentional integration of trees and shrubs into crop and animal... read more
Posted on 08/21/18 by Elizabeth in Storm Water Services
Not sure if your permeable pavement is functioning the way it should? There is a simple test you can perform to determine if it is time for vacuuming.You will need: An 8-foot piece of unwarped 2-foot by 4-foot lumber Screws and drill 80 ounces of plumber's putty 5-gallon bucket of water Stopwatch or timepiece Directions: Cut the 2x4 into four even sections and screw together... read more
Posted on 08/14/18 by Jared in Educational Outreach
If you follow conservation issues in Cuyahoga County, you know that one of the most effective things any of us can do to prevent erosion, provide habitat, capture stormwater, clean the air and fight climate destabilization is to plant trees. And with fall right around the corner, we’re approaching one of the best times of year for planting... read more
