J.J. Breede, P.Eng.’s Post

The before and after of developments all start and end with #stormwater management. Meet HydroChain - our stormwater solution.

🌧️ Rains and Floods! 🌊 Solar Power Stations Submerged - What Actions Should We Take? 1、Strategic Site Selection: During the site selection phase of building solar power stations, avoiding flood retention and discharge areas is essential. Choosing the right location can prevent potential flooding issues from the start. 2、Rooftop Installations: For solar stations on flat rooftops, consider the roof's load-bearing capacity and drainage conditions thoroughly. This helps prevent water accumulation and potential damage during heavy rains. 3、Ground Installations: Consider geographical and geological factors when installing on flat ground. This includes the terrain orientation, slope, water accumulation depth, flood water levels, and drainage conditions. Conduct comprehensive measurements and surveys beforehand. #Junnoenergy #EPC #solarplant #engineering #climate #flooding #SolarEnergy #FloodPrevention #RenewableEnergy #SolarPowerSafety #ClimateResilience

At least 6 billion gallons (22.7 billion liters) of stormwater in Los Angeles was captured for groundwater and local supplies from this month's storm (AP News). ⛈ Swipe to learn how G3 Quality revolutionized the charge in stormwater innovation with the Los Cerritos Stormwater Capture Facility. #G3Quality #TheG3Way #CaliforniaStorm #QualityManagement #QualityManagementCareers

FloodBreak Automatic Floodgates aren't just a solution; they're a safeguard for communities across the globe. From small businesses to critical infrastructure, FloodBreak has proven its effectiveness time and again with thousands of successful installations. As floodwaters rise, the barrier automatically activates, sealing off entryways with a self-sealing rubber gasket, powered by the water itself. The system is almost invisible, yet will function day or night, even in the worst flooding conditions. No power, no pumps, no manpower needed—just ingenious engineering! #FloodMitigation #PassiveFloodProtection #FloodResiliency

The upper Midwest, and specifically my hometown communities in SW Minnesota and SE South Dakota, have seen record-setting rainfall in recent weeks. Since these weather events and the needed resiliency measures are becoming more commonplace, designers and constructors need to change how they safeguard sites. Properly managing runoff and adhering to erosion and sediment control measures not only protects the environment but also prevents harm to construction projects. Learn about preventing erosion and sediment issues and maintaining sustainable and compliant construction sites. https://hubs.li/Q02D26pp0 #Water #ErosionControl #SedimentControl

Should be a very thought inspiring session

Application of Gabion Mesh in Water Conservancy Projects Gabion mesh structures can be used for slope support, foundation pit support, mountain rock surface mesh spraying, slope vegetation (greening), and gabion mesh can also be made into gabion mesh boxes and gabion mesh mats for anti-scouring protection of rivers, dams and seawalls, as well as reservoirs and river interception. Control and guide rivers and floods: The most serious disaster of rivers is the scouring of river banks by water, which causes floods and leads to heavy losses of life and property and a large amount of soil and water loss. Therefore, when dealing with the above problems, the application of the gabion mesh structure becomes one of the solutions. The gabion mesh can permanently protect the riverbed and riverbank. Channel canal riverbed: The construction of the channel involves the stability of the slope and riverbed. Therefore, the selection of gabion mesh structure is the main method used in many natural river reconstructions and artificial channel excavation over the past century. It can effectively and permanently protect the riverbank or riverbed. The gabion mesh has the function of controlling the flow of water and preventing water loss, especially in environmental protection and water quality maintenance, and has excellent effects. https://buff.ly/4e0RURz #compositetensilegabionnets #aquaculturespecialtensilemesh #PPfence #grapevinesupport

Application of Gabion Mesh in Water Conservancy Projects Gabion mesh structures can be used for slope support, foundation pit support, mountain rock surface mesh spraying, slope vegetation (greening), and gabion mesh can also be made into gabion mesh boxes and gabion mesh mats for anti-scouring protection of rivers, dams and seawalls, as well as reservoirs and river interception. Control and guide rivers and floods: The most serious disaster of rivers is the scouring of river banks by water, which causes floods and leads to heavy losses of life and property and a large amount of soil and water loss. Therefore, when dealing with the above problems, the application of the gabion mesh structure becomes one of the solutions. The gabion mesh can permanently protect the riverbed and riverbank. Channel canal riverbed: The construction of the channel involves the stability of the slope and riverbed. Therefore, the selection of gabion mesh structure is the main method used in many natural river reconstructions and artificial channel excavation over the past century. It can effectively and permanently protect the riverbank or riverbed. The gabion mesh has the function of controlling the flow of water and preventing water loss, especially in environmental protection and water quality maintenance, and has excellent effects. https://buff.ly/4e0RURz #compositetensilegabionnets #aquaculturespecialtensilemesh #PPfence #grapevinesupport

Also in this week's water and wastewater news, MIT scientists unveil a tool to forecast the extent of flooding coastal cities might face due to hurricanes #tpo #tpomagazine #treatmentplant #treatmentplantoperator #headworks #dewatering #biosolids #instrumentation #filtration https://loom.ly/zZZOQds

Planning to deal with natural calamities should be done in natural ways. If we build dams, reservoirs etc. To stop the right of way to rivers or try to channelise them in our way, against the will of #MotherEarth, then we will have to pay somewhere else. We should try to build the natural ways for storm water during #rainfall. It should not be channelise. Already, we have disturbed a lot by building concrete jungles, which has blocked the RIGHT OF PRECIPITATION. Rain water is not able to percolate inside the ground. One should build concrete structures but with care that natural pathway should not be obstructed. #AKSTechnology has been designed in similar way. Without much obstruction, rain water storm is allowed to percolate in ground & this will be helpful to reuse during summer season, when we need it. Thanks to VIKAS SRIVASTAVA & Arun Singh as both of them were actively involved in my experiments during development of #AKSTechnology.