The State University of New York is proud to be hosting the 2014 Green Infrastructure Summit
The purpose of this summit is to develop a more sophisticated understanding of green infrastructure throughout The State University of New York system and state agencies, explore the opportunities for and challenges of green infrastructure applications, and create and capitalize on synergies relevant to storm water management within the SUNY campuses and New York State.
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Registration and Light Refreshments
9:00 – 9:30
Welcome, Agenda Overview & The Green Infrastructure Summit Funding Opportunity
9:30 – 10:30
Why is Reducing Storm-Related Pollution so Important?
10:45-11:30
An Introduction to Green Infrastructure Through Application
11:30 – 12:00
Building Green Infrastructure Across NYS - Environmental Facilities Corporation
Lunch
12:00 – 1:15 PM
Green Infrastructure – A Federal Perspective
1:15 – 1:45
EPA Tools and Programs
1:45-2:15
Presentation by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
2:15-2:45
Networking & Refreshment Break
2:45-3:15
How can the State University Construction Fund help with Green Infrastructure Projects?
3:15-4:15
Panel Discussion: Lessons Learned and Best Practices
4:15-4:45
Closing Remarks
*** Please note following the Summit there will be a small green-infrastructure project competition for SUNY campuses. Only campuses that send a representative will be eligible to participate in the competition.