Explore Climate Solutions in Action at Roger Williams Park

The Coastal Institute, in partnership with The Nature Conservancy in Rhode Island, the Stormwater Innovation Center, and the City of Providence Parks Department, is leading innovative efforts to improve water quality and climate resilience in Roger Williams Park, a beloved green space in Providence, Rhode Island.

Learn more about these efforts by exploring our interactive story map!

What You’ll Discover

Our story map highlights:

• The Challenges: How stormwater runoff and pollutants contribute to harmful algal blooms in the park’s ponds.
• The Solutions: Innovative strategies like replacing impervious surfaces, diverting stormwater, and removing outdated infrastructure to restore natural water filtration processes.
• The Impact: How these efforts improve water quality, enhance biodiversity, and create a more climate-resilient urban watershed.

Why It Matters

Roger Williams Park provides a vital community space for connecting with nature. By addressing water quality challenges, we’re not only protecting the park’s ecosystems but also ensuring it remains a safe, sustainable refuge for future generations.

👉 Check out the full story map to explore these efforts in depth!
Explore the Story Map

Join us in supporting innovative solutions for climate-resilient urban watersheds!