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The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) is a non-profit, member organization that provides education, resource information and business opportunities for professionals in the erosion and sediment control industry.

Our members represent over 30 countries and 22 fields of professional practice. IECA’s diverse membership supplies a unique network of specialists who are capable of solving a broad range of problems caused by soil erosion and its by-product—sediment.

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IECA is recognized as the leader in continuing education for the erosion and sediment control and stormwater management industry. Explore cutting-edge training in the IECA eHub – the online education center for IECA. Take some time to explore all of IECA’s training opportunities.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Interested in the CESCL Program? Attend the Seattle Regional Event to Learn More!

Learn about the structure, adaptions and future of the Department of Ecology's CESCL program at the Seattle Regional Event September 28 from the former Construction Stormwater General Permit Writer at the Washington State Department of Ecology.
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2022 IECA Australasia Conference Registration Open

Learn how to Stop the Spread of Sediment at the IECA Australasia Conference at the Pacific Bay Resort in Coffs Harbour NSW, Australasia from the 19th to the 21st of October, 2022. This Conference will bring together scientists, engineers, professionals, practitioners, regulators, academics and students in a common forum to engage, collaborate, discuss and dive headfirst into finding solutions to effectively stop the spread of sediment to protect our valuable soil and water resources.
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IECA Relaunches Member Health Insurance Program

IECA is excited to announce an updated membership health insurance benefit that can help keep you, your family, and even your business cost-effectively covered and healthy. Our exclusive health insurance and related coverage options including major medical, pharmacy solutions, short term health plans, vision, dental plans, critical care coverage, life, and several different supplemental health options.
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The smarter way to stay on top of the erosion control industry. A weekly e-mail newsletter specifically designed to bring the most important and timely industry news stories to the IECA membership and stakeholders. Each week, SmartBrief delivers the most relevant industry news direct to your mailbox.
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IECA News Center

Creating a Solid Foundation for Solar Project Success

The rapid establishment of permanent vegetation in a uniform density is the foundation of a solar farm. Vegetation establishment, an often overlooked and undervalued process, will have adverse short and long-term effects on construction and the facility’s operation and maintenance function if not planned and implemented correctly by the general contractors. Continue Reading

Project Preview: Trout Unlimited to Address Drought Resiliency

Extreme drought in Colorado’s Gunnison River region has negatively impacted agricultural operations, wildlife populations and watershed health. In October 2021, the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) awarded over $822 thousand to support Trout Unlimited’s (TU) Gunnison River Drought Resiliency and Restoration project (Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), Alternative Funding Arrangement). Supporting project partners include U.S. Fish & Wildlife, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, Colorado Water Conservation Board, Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District and Colorado Canyons Association. From spring of 2022 to 2027, TU will restore wetlands and riparian areas while improving irrigation water management on working ranches in three distinct tributaries to the Gunnison River. Continue Reading

Road Salts Remobilize Heavy Metals; Increase Environmental Harm

Designers and manufacturers who are developing the next stage of advanced stormwater treatment are considering the impact deicing salts have on heavy metals. By increasing the mobility of heavy metals in runoff, the use of deicing salts poses two problems: increased damage to the ecosystem and decreased efficacy of filters traditionally used to protect water quality. Continue Reading

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