Stormwater Treatment 101 - Turning the Tide on Urban Runoff Pollution

Learn about urban stormwater pollution and treatment solutions in this 59-minute webinar presented by Ocean Protect's Brad Dalrymple through the Australian Water School. Discover how rainfall events wash pollutants including litter, sediment, nutrients, heavy metals, and microplastics into waterways, threatening the health of rivers, creeks, and oceans. Explore the impacts of traditional stormwater management approaches and examine practical, science-based solutions for reducing pollution at its source. Gain insights into key challenges of combating stormwater pollution and understand how smarter design, treatment systems, and community awareness can create meaningful environmental impact. Master the fundamentals of stormwater treatment through accessible explanations suitable for engineers, planners, regulators, and environmental advocates. Access comprehensive coverage including action research methodology, community-led change projects, case study discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions to build foundational knowledge for protecting waterway health.