Media Library
BASWG has developed a media library as part of our education and outreach program, bringing a recognizable face to stormwater pollution. You may have seen the videos at events like the Maine Science Festival or the Children’s Water Festival. Feel free to share!
Why Do We Conduct CCTV Inspections?
See what’s happening under your city! Using a CCTV camera enables us to see what is happening underground.
Where Does Stormwater Go?
This video illustrates how stormwater becomes polluted by common activities and how best practices can help to minimize pollution in stormwater.
How Does Our Work At BASWG Make A Difference?
Learn About Stormwater Management! We asked the stormwater managers at BASWG: Can you share a time when you saw your work make a difference?
Only YOU Can Prevent Stormwater Pollution
Learn About Stormwater Management! What is one simple action the public can do to help? There are many ways to prevent stormwater pollution.
Learn About BASWG Plow Truck Equipment
Have you ever seen a plow truck up close? Here’s how municipalities use advanced technology to keep snow and ice off the roads.
Winter Quick Tips: Salt Before the Storm
Did you know that it’s more effective to salt your driveway before the storm comes? Here’s how it works.
Winter Quick Tips: Safe Salting for Pets
Pet paws are sensitive— that’s why it’s so important to find the right materials for your driveway.
The History of MS4 Permits
Learn more about MS4 permits and what you can do to help keep your local waters clean!
Prevent Leaves from Entering Drains
BASWG Brewer Cleanup Video Interview – Rebekah
Stormwater Runoff Express Animation
Stormwater pollution gets a free ride on the Stormwater Runoff Express to local waters where they lower water quality.
Watershed Model Demonstration
In this video, we discuss how stormwater pollution happens and show its effects with a physical watershed model.
Why is Stromwater Management important for our communities?
Learn About Stormwater Management! Stormwater pollution is widespread, and much of it is preventable.
Learn About Protecting Our Waterways
Learn About Stormwater Management! What is something that people might not realize about protecting our waterways?
Learn More About Plow Trucks and Magnesium Chloride
Part 2 – a closer look at the salt spreaders on the plow trucks used by the Town of Orono!
Winter Quick Tips: How much salt do you need anyway?
Did you know that it takes less salt than you may think to treat your driveway? Here’s how much you really need.
Think Blue Maine Rubber Ducky Ads
If stormwater pollution were rubber duckies, it wouldn’t matter what went down our storm drains.
Preventing COVID 19 Pollution
Over the last few months, we’ve taken care of each other. Now it’s time to take care of Maine’s water as well.
