Evaluates newly developed or emerging technologies for viability in Colorado’s environment. Utilizing the membership knowledge base, locally credible data and good science, provides recommendations to the Council. Monitors trade magazines and published research papers related to stormwater quality, erosion and sediment control and low impact development strategies. Subscribes as necessary to receive and investigate reports from other states, organizations, and the EPA on pollutant reduction facilities and strategies to improve stormwater quality. Explores published state and federal directives issued on the subject of pollutant identification, characterization, and removal based on numerical limits and/or Maximum Extent Practicable methodologies. Validating existing and new technologies may be conducted and summarized by consultants.
