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Rainscaping Education Program fosters environmental protection
A Midwest education program is teaching residents how to build rain gardens that capture runoff, filter pollutants and improve soil and water quality. The accessible approach can help communities prep
By By Anika Wadhwa, Staff Writer · 2026-09-19T09:05:34.366Z
A Midwest education program is teaching residents how to build rain gardens that capture runoff, filter pollutants and improve soil and water quality. The accessible approach can help communities prepare for heavier storms, while an upcoming University of Illinois Arboretum installation will demonstrate its benefits. The story examines how small neighborhood projects can support broader environmental protection.
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