Tag: The Water Institute
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N-EWN convenes for the first-ever Partner Symposium
The Network for Engineering With Nature (N-EWN) convened for the first N-EWN Partner Symposium on May 22nd-24th, which served as an opportunity for the network’s partners to come together in person. The Symposium was an unmitigated success: with over 170 attendees from 28 partner organizations, participants had the opportunity to forge deeper connections while learning…
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Partners take part in virtual Socio-Cultural Benefits of NNBF Forum
The Science + Resilience Institute of Jamaica Bay hosted a virtual forum on February 16, 2024, entitled Socio-Cultural Benefits of NNBF (Natural and Nature-Based Features). Three speakers participated, including Dr. Don Nelson from the University of Georgia and Dr. Scott Hemmerling from The Water Institute, both N-EWN partners. This forum was the third in a…
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Pictures from the Policy Forum on Nature-based Solutions
Last week, the Network for Engineering With Nature and the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine hosted the Policy Forum on Nature-based Solutions in Washington, D.C. Ahead of our forthcoming full press release, check out some of the photos from the event below, captured by attendees! Check out a partial recording of the event…
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A Capstone Report: New Methods to Assess the Full Spectrum of Benefits Associated with Nature-Based Solutions
In collaboration with The Water Institute, we have conducted extensive policy research to evaluate the benefits of Engineering With Nature® (EWN) principles and nature-based solutions for USACE projects. This final report represents a significant milestone in our journey to advance nature-based solutions for navigation, flood risk management, water operations, and ecosystem restoration. Throughout the research…
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Remembering a Great Partner and Friend
It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the loss of Justin Ehrenwerth, a much-respected member of the Network for Engineering With Nature. Justin’s contributions to N-EWN and the broader field of natural infrastructure are immense. Justin’s kindness towards people and enthusiasm for his work were inspiring. One of Justin’s most recent contributions to…
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N-EWN Knowledge Series with Jordan Fischbach
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. The Network for Engineering With Nature® invites you to the N-EWN Knowledge Series: A Continuing Education Series about Engineering with Nature… Enhancing Benefits Evaluation for Water Resources Projects: Towards a More Comprehensive Approach for Nature-Based Solutions with Dr. Jordan Fischbach REGISTER HERE Thursday, May 18, 2023 12:30-1:30pm ET on Zoom Continuing…
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N-EWN Advisory Board Meeting
This week marked the first in-person convening of the N-EWN advisory board, which took place at LimnoTech’s Washington D.C. office on Tuesday, January 31st and Monday, February 1st, 2023. With 12 out of 13 partners represented, this meeting provided an important opportunity for partners to form connections and strategize on continued collaboration. Over the course…