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Introducing CMAC to Engineers Without Borders

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the most recent enlightening presentation on Continuous Monitoring & Adaptive Control (CMAC) technology! On April 8th, 2024, NST and Florida State University’s Engineers Without Borders collaborated to deliver an insightful session led by NST’s Jackson Ledford, P.E.

Jackson described the innovative realm of CMAC technology, which is revolutionizing stormwater management practices. Here are some highlights from the presentation:
• Introduction to CMAC Systems: Attendees gained a comprehensive overview of how technology is changing the landscape of stormwater management.
• Reshaping Pond Maintenance with Technology: Jackson delved into how technological advancements are transforming the maintenance of ponds, offering more efficient and effective solutions to water quality and flood control.
• Case Studies: Attendees had the opportunity to explore case studies comparing conventional ponds to Smart Ponds, providing real-world examples of the benefits of this technology.


Did you miss the event? Don’t worry! Let us know if you are interested in future opportunities to engage with NST in cutting-edge stormwater management and design solutions. Email us at info@nationalstormwater.com for more information.

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37th Annual Environmental Permitting Summer School Recap

This year’s event in Marco Island was a resounding success, with participants gaining valuable insights into cutting-edge environmental solutions. 

In particular, we’d like to highlight the remarkable presentations by Mark Thomasson and Jack Fiveash, which delved into the fascinating realms of “Stormwater Nutrient Credit Trading, Smart Ponds and Resilience in Florida.”

 

 

 

Mark Thomasson, P.E.,

Executive Vice President, Director of Engineering and Science – Chief Stormwater Engineer

 

Water Quality Credit Trading

Mark Thomasson served on a panel of experts that examined some recent examples of innovative nutrient trading, evaluated the legislation filed in 2022, and discussed some new approaches to managing nutrients in impaired watersheds. 

Mark took attendees on a journey into the world of “Smart Ponds” and how they are revolutionizing water quality management with the stormwater nutrient credit market in Florida.

He shed light on how the integration of sensors, data analytics, and real-time monitoring can transform these ponds into intelligent systems. These “Smart Ponds” can autonomously adjust water levels, optimize treatment capacity, and their operation to achieve maximum effectiveness.

Mark Thomasson, P.E.

Webinar: A Year in the Life of a Smart Pond

For the first time, the National Stormwater Trust, Inc. live-streamed a webinar directly from Marco Island. A total of 71 attendees joined the presentation led by Mark to gain case study insights from a look back at the first year of a smart stormwater pond.

John “Jack” Fiveash 

CEO and Co-Founder of NST

Does Florida Need a New Resilient Approach to Development?

Jack Fiveash was on a panel that delved into the critical topic of resilience in Florida’s complex environmental landscape. His presentation was focused on “Water Quality and Flood Resiliency: Becoming Fixers.”

Jack discussed the National Stormwater Trust’s work for Babcock Ranch and the Florida Department of Transportation, initiatives aimed at managing and mitigating the impacts of stormwater runoff by investing in ‘Smart Pond’ infrastructure. 

Jack Fiveash

 

Lessons Learned…

The audience came prepared with ideas and ready to participate in what was a lively and thought-provoking discussion! 

As we move forward, we’re excited to see how these concepts will shape the future of stormwater management and sustainable development not only in Florida but across the globe.

Whether in-person or on the live-stream, presentations left attendees inspired by the prospects of merging stormwater technology for a more sustainable future.

Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being part of our engaged community!

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John L. Fiveash – CEO, Co-CIO

  • Founder and CEO of WSource Group LLC, a national water resources consulting company.
  • An attorney since 1987.
  • Co-founder and former President of HKD Properties, Inc., a commercial property company.
  • Former CPA with Coopers & Lybrand (PwC) serving in both tax and audit groups.
  • Florida State University graduate with a degree in accounting and a law degree from the University of Florida.
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Jeff Littlejohn, P.E. – President, Co-CIO

  • Former Deputy Secretary of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
  • A licensed Professional Engineer with extensive engineering and management experience in water resources.
  • Former Principal Professional Engineer with Isiminger and Stubbs Engineering, Inc.
  • United States Naval Academy graduate with a degree in ocean engineering.
  • U.S. Navy Special Operations Veteran.
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Autumn D. Glasgow – Vice President

  • NST operations manager.
  • Montana State University-Billings magna cum laude graduate with a B.S. degree in Actuarial Mathematics.
  • University of Phoenix graduate with a Master of Business Administration degree (accounting focus).
  • Active community volunteer, currently serving as the high school Speech and Debate coach
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Mark Thomasson, P.E. – Executive Vice President

  • Chief Stormwater Engineer
  • Former Director of the Division of Water Resource Management at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
  • Professional Engineer licensed in Florida and Georgia with over 25 years of experience in water resource management, assisting public and private sector clients with stormwater master planning, water quality improvement, environmental restoration, sustainable development and regulatory compliance.
  • Former Vice President and Director of Stormwater and Site Development Division at Genesis Group (now part of Halff Associates.
  • Certified LEED AP Professional, Florida Certified Sedimentation and Erosion Control Inspector, Georgia GSWCC Level II Certified Design Professional.
  • B.S. and M.S. in Civil Engineering from Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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Ed Steinmeyer – Board Member and General Counsel

  • An attorney since 1990.
  • Partner at Steinmeyer Fiveash LLP
  • Former Attorney, Florida Department of Natural Resources.
  • Former Senior Attorney, Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
  • University of Florida graduate with a degree in finance and a law degree.
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Jerome Edwards – Board Member

  • Over 25 years of experience as a consultant to private, governmental, industrial and utility clients regarding sustainability, climate change policy development, carbon footprint analysis and reporting, Superfund sites, voluntary industrial site remediations (including Brownfields), and litigation support.
  • President and co-founder of Cameron-Cole, LLC, a national environmental and sustainability consulting company.
  • Certified Environmental Risk Manager.
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T.) graduate with a degree in earth and planetary sciences.
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Dr. Mike Dennis, Board Member

  • President of Breedlove, Dennis and Associates, Inc., a professional environmental and natural resources consulting firm established in 1976. Dr. Dennis has a deep understanding of Florida’s environmental regulations and their application to the constructed environment.
  • Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee.
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