Green streets are part of healthy, equitable urban design that views streets as vital public spaces. Incorporating green elements into streets improves mental and physical health through better air quality, valuable shade, beautification and contact with nature in areas where access to parks is limited. Ensure that the benefits of green storm water infrastructure are provided equitably, especially in neighborhoods that have historically born disproportionate air and water pollution or that lack green space.

Capturing, filtering, and infiltrating storm water is critical in urban environments where impervious surface covers 60% or more of all and area. Sustainable storm water infrastructure filters pollutants from water and restores the natural hydrological  cycle, protecting water resources.

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