Learn about flooding and urban rainwater from expert Jennifer Drake on November 15 Civil engineer and University of Toronto assistant professor ...

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Learn about flooding and urban rainwater from expert Jennifer Drake on November 15 Civil engineer and University of Toronto assistant professor ...
Learn about flooding and urban rainwater from expert Jennifer Drake on November 15 Civil engineer and University of Toronto assistant professor will talk about restoring urban streams to a more natural state GreenUP is partnering with Trent University’s M.A. Sustainability Studies (MASS) program to bring Dr. Jennifer Drake, Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Toronto, to Peterborough. Dr. Drake will speak about flood prevention and rainwater management in cities. The talk is free, and open to the public, and will take place on Wednesday, November 15th from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Sadleir House Dining Hall. Dr. Drake is an expert in urban flood management and green infrastructure. Her research specializes in emerging technologies including green roofs, rain gardens, and permeable pavement. Dr. Drake regularly speaks with CBC, Global TV, and CityTV when there are flood concerns in Toronto. More info: Kawartha NowLearn more about GreenUP led water programs, Ready for Rain Peterborough, and SUN at  www.greenup.on.ca.  

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