Almanac News: Community Organizations Turn to Rain Gardens in East Palo Alto
- Kai Erlenbusch
- Nov 20, 2023
- 1 min read
Source: Almanac News
Date Published: November 20, 2023
Original Article: Community organizations turn to rain gardens to prevent flooding in East Palo Alto
As flooding becomes more frequent in East Palo Alto, local organizations are turning to nature-based solutions that are both sustainable and community-driven. In this Almanac News feature, CRC’s work is spotlighted as part of a growing movement to bring rain gardens—strategically designed green spaces that absorb stormwater—into the heart of EPA neighborhoods.
The article highlights how CRC is helping residents not only understand the science behind these systems, but also build and maintain them. Through workshops, pilot projects, and deep collaboration with community members, CRC and our partners are transforming ordinary front yards and sidewalks into living infrastructure that reduces runoff, improves water quality, and builds neighborhood pride.
“When you’re used to seeing your community flood, it’s powerful to learn you can actually do something about it—right where you live.”— EPA resident featured in the story
By centering resident knowledge and collective action, this story illustrates how climate resilience in EPA is not just possible—it’s already happening.
🔗 Read the full article on Almanac News
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