Article
Environmental Sciences
Nian Hong, Qin Cheng, Buddhi Wijesiri, Erick R. Bandala, Ashantha Goonetilleke, An Liu
Summary: This study introduces an innovative modeling approach integrating the Tank Model with the adsorption-desorption characteristics of filter media to simulate a bioretention basin. The results show that the modeling approach is capable of accurately simulating outflow and overflow volumes, with outlet water quantity significantly influenced by total rainfall depth. Additionally, the study suggests that a treatment train would be more effective than a sole treatment system, particularly for large rainfall events.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Jia Wang, Lloyd H. C. Chua, Peter Shanahan
Summary: This study presents a reaction-based model to predict nitrogen and organic dynamics in bioretention systems, showing that enhancing nitrogen removal can be achieved by increasing basin volume and setting an optimal hydraulic conductivity for subsurface infiltration.
ENVIRONMENTAL MODELLING & SOFTWARE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Kelsey Smyth, Jennifer Drake, Yourong Li, Chelsea Rochman, Tim Van Seters, Elodie Passeport
Summary: A 2-year field study on microplastic pathways in urban stormwater runoff and bioretention cells found that urban stormwater runoff is a concentrated source of microplastics whose concentrations are influenced by specific climate variables. Bioretention cells are effective in filtering out microplastics and preventing their spread downstream, highlighting the potential for current low impact development practices to limit microplastic contamination in larger aquatic systems.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
R. Andrew Tirpak, A. R. M. Nabiul Afrooz, Ryan J. Winston, Renan Valenca, Ken Schiff, Sanjay K. Mohanty
Summary: This article summarizes the current design BSM specifications adopted by jurisdictions worldwide, compares the performance of conventional and amended BSM, highlights the advantages and limitations of BSM amendments, and identifies challenges for implementing amendments in field conditions.
Article
Engineering, Civil
W. A. Lisenbee, J. M. Hathaway, R. J. Winston
Summary: Bioretention systems are effective in reducing stormwater runoff, but modeling of these systems has received less attention. This study compared the performance of DRAINMOD-Urban and SWMM LID module, and found that DRAINMOD-Urban replicated drainage hydrographs better while SWMM produced better overflow hydrographs. The results suggest an opportunity for model coupling to improve bioretention cell modeling.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2022)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Wafaa Ali, Husna Takaijudin, Khamaruzaman Wan Yusof, Manal Osman, Abdurrasheed Sa'id Abdurrasheed
Summary: Bioretention is a promising BMP for managing stormwater quality and quantity, with good performance in removing pollutants but insufficient nitrogen removal efficiency. Factors like nitrogen concentration, climate, and soil/plant selection should be considered for improving efficiency. Three design improvement approaches have been reviewed, with the third one combining enhanced filter media and a saturated zone showing more efficiency and gaining attention.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Rozi Sharma, Piyush Malaviya
Summary: Major modifications are needed in stormwater management practices to prevent floods, protect natural ecosystems, and minimize infrastructural destruction. Green infrastructure, such as rain gardens, plays a vital role in reducing rainwater volume and flow, removing pollutants from urban runoff, and recharging groundwater. Soil media and plants in rain gardens are important for removing contaminants through various mechanisms and processes.
WILEY INTERDISCIPLINARY REVIEWS-WATER
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Soeren Hornig, Katrin Bauerfeld, Maike Beier
Summary: Currently, annual loads from long-term series simulations are commonly used to evaluate rainwater management and treatment measures, although the temporal distribution of pollution and quantity has a noticeable impact on treatment performance. A joint research project in Lower Saxony established measurement devices and scenario studies to dynamically simulate output values in relation to rainfall events, catchment characteristics, and dry periods. First measurement results of surface runoff qualities in an urban sub-catchment in Braunschweig, Germany were presented, along with correlation analysis identifying additional explanatory parameters for the first flush effect.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jiayi Li, Teresa B. Culver, Padmini P. Persaud, Jon M. Hathaway
Summary: This study developed nitrogen removal models with different numbers of nitrogen pools, and found that the 0-order kinetics model is not suitable for simulating nitrogen removal in bioretention systems, while the 1st order kinetics and Michaelis-Menten equation models perform well. The best model can accurately predict nitrogen event mean concentrations in bioretention systems and outperforms the SWMM by predicting 20% more events.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alisha Yee Chan, Honghyok Kim, Michelle L. Bell
Summary: Mosquito borne diseases are becoming more problematic due to climate change. The study found that stormwater control measures may reduce the increase of Culex mosquitoes after heavy rainfall.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chelsea J. Mitchell, Anand D. Jayakaran, Jenifer K. McIntyre
Summary: Bioretention is widely used for stormwater management, but the treatment performance for certain organic and biological pollutants remains unclear. This study evaluated the treatment of fecal indicator bacteria (FIB) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in stormwater runoff by different bioretention mixtures. The results showed that all treatments effectively removed PAHs, and biochar amendments improved the treatment of FIB. These findings indicate the potential of bioretention for remediating PAHs in stormwater and enhancing microbial treatment of bacteria.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Yang, Zheng Kong, Haiyuan Ma, Zhiyu Shao, Xinyue Wang, Yu Shen, Hongxiang Chai
Summary: This study developed a water quality model to predict the dynamics of ammonium and nitrate in a biochar-pyrite amended stormwater biofilter. The model revealed that pyrite-based autotrophic denitrification contributes to nitrate leaching alleviation, and the effect improves with increased drying duration. Nitrate removal efficiency is influenced by design parameters, with pyrite filling rate having a minor effect. Service area ratio and submerged zone depth are key parameters in preventing nitrate leaching.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Joanna Bak, Matthias Barjenbruch
Summary: The need to support existing sewage systems to cope with extreme rainfall and urban flooding caused by climate change is evident. The use of blue and green infrastructure is important in adapting to climate change, but its limitations should be considered. This article explores the benefits and challenges of using rain gardens in urban areas.
Article
Plant Sciences
Kirstine Laukli, Hilde Vinje, Trond Knapp Haraldsen, Eva Vike
Summary: Plant selection for rain gardens along streets and roads in cold climates is complex, as different species and cultivars have varying levels of adaptation. Some candidate plants performed well in all positions, while others only adapted to certain parts or had medium tolerance. However, there were also plants that showed poor growth in all positions. Therefore, when designing roadside rain gardens in cold climates, the adaptability of plants should be considered.
URBAN FORESTRY & URBAN GREENING
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Kirstine Laukli, Marina Gamborg, Trond Knapp Haraldsen, Eva Vike
Summary: This study evaluates the performance of soil mixtures and herbaceous perennials for use in rain gardens through a container experiment and a real-scale study. The results highlight significant differences in species' adaptation to roadside rain gardens in cold climates.
URBAN FORESTRY & URBAN GREENING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Isam Alyaseri, Jianpeng Zhou
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
(2016)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Isam Alyaseri, Jianpeng Zhou
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
(2016)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Isam Al-Yaseri, Susan Morgan, William Retzlaff
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING-ASCE
(2013)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Susan Morgan, Serdar Celik, William Retzlaff
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
(2013)
Article
Water Resources
Isam Alyaseri, Jianpeng Zhou, Azadeh Bloorchian-Verschuyl, Susan Morgan
Summary: This study found that rain gardens and planter boxes can effectively reduce stormwater overflow in urban areas. The results showed a 42% reduction in stormwater volume and a 25% reduction in median stormwater volume at the test site. The findings provide important information for implementing green infrastructure to manage stormwater and reduce combined sewer overflows.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE WATER IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Isam Alyaseri
Summary: The study successfully addressed the improper solid waste management issue in Al-Muthanna Province through the establishment of an EPBSL course. Students assessed waste characteristics, provided recommendations, and worked closely with the municipality to propose solutions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Hussein Kareem Sultan, Isam Alyaseri
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2020)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Isam Alyaseri, Jianpeng Zhou
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Civil
Muhammed Mustafa, Jianpeng Zhou, Isam Alyaseri
WORLD ENVIRONMENTAL AND WATER RESOURCES CONGRESS 2017: WATER, WASTEWATER, AND STORMWATER; URBAN WATERSHED MANAGEMENT; AND MUNICIPAL WATER INFRASTRUCTURE
(2017)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Isam Alyaseri, Jianpeng Zhou
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Civil
I. Alyaseri, J. Zhou
LID: IT WORKS IN ALL CLIMATES AND SOILS
(2015)
Proceedings Paper
Education & Educational Research
Ryan Fries, Kalyani Lakkaraju, Brad Cross, Susan M. Morgan, Andrea L. Welker
2012 ASEE ANNUAL CONFERENCE
(2012)