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| Types of Green Infrastructure & NYC Demonstration SitesDEP collaborates with many city agencies to design, build, and monitor green infrastructure across the City. Explore the different types of green infrastructure throughout the City and how DEP is collaborating with other City agencies.  Profiles of DEP Green Infrastructure Pilot Projects | |
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NYC Green Infrastructure Grant DEP administers a Green Infrastructure Grant Program to support the construction of green infrastructure projects on private property that manage stormwater runoff in combined sewer areas of New York City. Examples of eligible projects include rain gardens, porous pavement, and green roofs. Learn more |
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Rain Barrel Giveaway Program As part of its citywide effort to reduce stormwater runoff and create a more livable, sustainable city, DEP initiated the Rain Barrel Giveaway Program. Rain barrels capture stormwater from your roof and store it for future use such as watering your lawn or garden. Learn more |
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Streetside Swales and Enhanced Tree Pits These green infrastructure enhancements DEP has constructed around the city allow for stormwater to be stored for an extended period of time to allow for infiltration and provide a reservoir of water for the trees. Learn more |
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Rooftop Detention DEP efforts stormwater management involve the various types of rooftop detention systems, including green roofs, blue roofs, and control roofs. Learn more |
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The Staten Island Bluebelt The Staten Island Bluebelt is an award winning, ecologically sound and cost-effective storm water management for approximately one third of Staten Island’s land area. The program preserves natural drainage corridors, called Bluebelts, including streams, ponds, and other wetland areas. Learn more |
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DEP's Partnership with City Agencies for a Greener New York DEP's Partnership with other City Agencies on greening projects includes parking lot retrofits with City Planning, a high-density residential housing complex retrofit with the Housing Authority and a bioretention project at Shoelace Park, with the Department of Parks and Recreation Learn more |
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PlaNYC PlaNYC is designed to achieve the City's sustainability goals while building a greener, greater New York. Learn more |
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