Nature-Based Solutions Case Study

The Elizabeth River Project

State/Territory: Virginia

The Elizabeth River Project (ERP) is a nonprofit based in Norfolk, VA is working with a wide range of partners to restore the Elizabeth River through nature-based solutions projects. The river has suffered from habitat loss and pollution. ERP implements projects to improve water and habitat quality, such as living shorelines, oyster reef restoration, rain gardens, and stormwater wetland creations. ERP also maintains two large environmental education programs. ERP works with businesses, industry, government, and community members to implement their projects. ERP funds projects through federal and state grants, as well as public and private sources.

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Habitat Types

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Built Environments

Coastal Habitats

Inland Wetland Habitats

Strategies

Nature-based strategies examined in this case study.

Urban Stormwater and Runoff Management

Living Shoreline Creation

Oyster Bed Restoration

Top Outcomes

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Improve Water Quality

Reduce Runoff

Sourcing

Case study originally found at: https://erdc-library.erdc.dren.mil/jspui/bitstream/11681/48413/1/ERDC-TN EWN-24-1.pdf