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Amy Mead teaching during ProDay Eco 2026

Spring 2026 Continuing Education for Plant Professionals

At Extension, we offer opportunities for professionals to expand their technical expertise and maintain their important licensure. This spring, we are pleased to offer continuing education…

Nearby trees and landscaping create a steady source of clogging material that should be frequently removed (Photo courtesy of Bill Hunt)

The Importance of Permeable Pavement Maintenance

Written by Amber Ellis - Extension Associate for NCSU’s Stormwater Engineering Research Group in the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department If you drive around Wilmington looking at…

A large-scale rainwater harvesting cistern at the New Hanover County Arboretum

Impervious Surface Disconnections – Gutters and Rain Barrels

-Written by Stormwater Engineer Amber EllisDid you know that one of the most impactful actions property owners can take to improve water quality is to simply disconnect their impervious surfaces?…

A pond with a robust vegetated shelf.

Retrofitting Stormwater Ponds for Improved Performance

Written by Stormwater Engineer Amber EllisRetention ponds are the most common tool with which we deal with stormwater runoff in southeastern NC, and they come in all shapes and sizes. Some stormwater…