Registration Eligibility
ASLA online learning opportunities are open to all. ASLA members may purchase this presentation at a reduced rate. This is a 2023 conference session.
Start Date
11/07/2025
End Date
11/06/2027
Description
Floating wetlands are fast becoming integral components of landscape architecture practice. This session presents exemplary domestic and international floating wetland projects, conveys research on how this innovative blue-green infrastructure can positively affect aquatic ecosystems, and describes essential environmental justice roles that communities play in implementation and stewardship.
Distance Learning
Yes
Course Equivalency
No
Subjects
Sustainable Development & Design
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
1.25
Learning Outcomes
Explore the diverse opportunities for implementing floating ecosystems in a range of urban conditions.; Learn the requirements and attributes of successful floating wetland design, including location, shape, structure, materials, flotation, attachment, plantings, browse exclusion, and ongoing stewardship.; Discuss the potential biodiversity, water quality, carbon sequestration, environmental justice, and Nature-connection benefits of blue-green floating infrastructure and living shorelines.; Consider a range of programmatic and organizational practices for engaging local communities in living shoreline design, science, implementation, and stewardship towards educational and environmental justice goals.
Instructors
Nancy D. Rottle, FASLA, PLA; Galen Y. Fulford; Phil Nicodemus
Course Codes
Provider
American Society of Landscape Architects