
The Stormwater Pioneers program recognizes the best in stormwater management on private property.

The selected projects demonstrate innovation, excellence, the ability to overcome technical challenges and a true dedication by the property owners, developers and designers to improving the environment and reducing stormwater runoff.
More and more Philadelphia businesses are using green infrastructure to manage stormwater runoff on their properties. Whether required by PWD regulations or encouraged through incentives, private property owners recognize the important role they play in reducing pollution in our streams when it rains. They are also setting a higher bar with excellent, cost-effective designs.
2021 Stormwater Pioneers
We are pleased to announce the winner of the 2021 Stormwater Pioneers Award: the School District of Philadelphia.
We are celebrating 13 public schools with grant-funded green infrastructure projects. These schools have demonstrated exceptional commitment to maintenance, education, and community engagement around green stormwater infrastructure.
Previous Stormwater Pioneers
Learn more about Stormwater Pioneers we’ve recognized so far.