How to Use Xeriscape in Site Planning
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Agenda
Thursday, September 24, 2020 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm CDT
How to Use Xeriscape in Site Planning
Seven basic principles of Xeriscape
Applying Xeriscape principles to site design
Intersection of climate-adapted landscape design and Green Infrastructure
The changing nature of site water planning
Ways that climate-adapted landscapes deliver environmental services and
increase resilience?
Resources for implementation and further learning
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Speakers
Paul W. Lander PhD MLarch LEED A.P.
Paul W. Lander, PhD, MLarch, LEED A.P. , has over 40 years of experience in the conservation field- land, energy, and water, including 16 years leading the City of Boulder, Colorado’s award-winning water conservation program. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Geography, and on the Faculty for the professional degree, Masters of the Environment, both at the University of Colorado. He currently teaches about urban water systems, western water, and landscape.
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Course Title: How to Use Xeriscape in Site Planning
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This course examines the principles and techniques of xeriscape in site planning, which is the practice of landscaping without irrigation and minimal maintenance.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to identify and explain the principles of Xeriscape, which is the intersection of climate-adapted landscape design and green infrastructure.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to determine site design projects for which Xeriscape applications are appropriate, and they will be able to apply recommended practices.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be describe how climate-adapted landscape design and green infrastructure goals are compatible and how climate-adapted landscape deliver environmental benefits and increase resilience.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to explain how the nature and attitudes toward site watering are changing and how xeriscape designed sites are gaining desirability.
LUs: 2.0 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Familiarity with site development and landscaping
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 07/10/2023
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