The Ecological Landscaping Association and NOFA Organic Land Care are sponsoring Stormwater Solutions at Mount Auburn Cemetery on Wednesday, July 10, from 10 – noon at 580 Mount Auburn Street in Cambridge. Uncontrolled storm water, drought, and fire are major issues we must address in the face of global climate change. Habitat is more at risk than ever. Environmental stresses lead to habitat degradation and water quality concerns, especially in species reproductive habitat. Efforts must be implemented to preserve and protect where ever we can. Effectively dealing with nonpoint source pollution associated with sediment-laden runoff is a key aspect to an effective stormwater management plan. In the past few years, Mount Auburn Cemetery has completed several projects to address habitat preservation and water quality in their water bodies. John Paul Kwiatkowski for a professionally guided tour of these stormwater solutions: erosion control on steep hillsides, pre-treatment solutions for runoff into ponds, and bio-filtration project to improve water quality. Paul will address site considerations, challenges faced and addressed during the projects, and maintenance issues related to the projects.

Mount Auburn Cemetery is one of the most beautiful and historic landscapes in America and covers 175 acres just outside Boston. This historical landscape is on the leading edge of sustainable and environmentally sound land care practices, including leading edge stormwater management solutions. Registrations are limited. For more information call 617-436-5838, or link to https://www.eventville.com/catalog/eventregistration1.asp?eventid=1010462. $20 for sponsor members, $25 for nonmembers.