Webinars

SWEMA is dedicated to sharing timely and valuable educational content related to stormwater management. Through partnership with Stormwater Solutions and industry experts, SWEMA has produced several on-demand webinars available through Stormwater University. These videos are part of Stormwater University's extensive course library of live and on-demand webinars, approved for professional development hours (PDHs) and continuing education credits (CEUs). Enrollment/membership through Stormwater University is required to view these selected webinars.

Essential Elements of Improving Water Quality: Getting Post-Construction SCMs Right

Stormwater University Dec2025

In this webinar, we cover the regulatory framework, selection and design considerations, and performance verification requirements that support effective implementation of structural stormwater control measures—especially innovative manufactured treatment devices—to help permittees meet post-construction water quality goals. (Original publication on December 17, 2025)

Presenters:

  • Michelle Mangan (Advanced Drainage Systems, ADS)
  • Jacob Dorman (Contech Engineered Solutions)
  • Dana Stayer (StormTrap)

 

 

Climate-Smart BMPs: Building Resilient Stormwater Quality Measures

Stormwater University Dec2024

This webinar provides valuable insights for environmental professionals, policymakers, and community members interested in addressing the challenges posed by climate change to stormwater quality. (Original publication on December 14, 2024)

 

Presenters:

  • Dr. Mike Trojan (STEPP, NMSA)
  • Dr. Elizabeth Fassman-Beck (Southern California Coastal Water Research Project)
  • Dana Stayer (StormTrap)

 

 

Tiny Plastics with a Big Impact: Exploring the Connection Between Microplastics and Trash in Stormwater BMPs

Stormwater University Dec2023

This webinar explores the latest research and regulations on plastic trash and secondary microplastics in our receiving waters, including their sources, transport and removal in proprietary and non-proprietary BMPs.

Presenters:

  • Karen Mogus (California Division of Water Quality)
  • Andy Erickson, PhD, PE (University of Minnesota, St. Anthony Falls Laboratory)
  • Katie Senft (UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center)