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“We absolutely want to do more engineering with nature everywhere we work across the Corps, you have my commitment.”

LTG Scott A. Spellmon, 55th Chief of Engineers, and Commanding General U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure, Water Resources Subcommittee (24 June 2021)

“The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is walking the path of innovation with our partners through the Engineering With Nature Initiative, integrating human engineering with natural systems.”

LTG Scott A. Spellmon, 55th Chief of Engineers, and Commanding General U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Foreword in the Guidelines on NNBF for Flood Risk Management (16 September 2021)

New Publication: Adaptive Management Framework for Nature-Based Coastal Resiliency

June 30, 2025

We’re excited to share the publication of a new research article titled “Application of a nature-based solution adaptive manage...

July

2025

N-EWN Seminar: The Lower Klamath Project – The World’s Largest Dam Removal and River Restoration Project

June 18, 2025

Removal of four hydropower dams (Iron Gate, Copco 1, Copco 2, and J.C. Boyle) on the Klamath River in northern California and s...

Natural Infrastructure Short Course at State of the Coast 2025

June 6, 2025

New Orleans, LA – May 23, 2025 — At the 2025 State of the Coast Conference—the premier gathering for coastal stakeholders in Lo...

Incorporating Natural and Nature-Based Features in an Urban California Creek Through Application of Engineering With Nature® Principles

June 5, 2025

Since its launch in 2021, the Engineering With Nature® (EWN®) program has funded research focused in a variety of environments,...

Engineering With Nature : integrating plant communities into engineering practices. a guidance manual, book 2

June 2, 2025

Applying native plant communities in environmental engineering practices can profoundly enhance the establishment and sustainme...

EWN Natural and Nature-Based Features Playbook for the Arid Southwest

May 30, 2025

The Arid Southwest NNBF Playbook Workshop, held May 7–8, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM, brought together more than 35 participants f...

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Mission-Ready, Multi-Benefit Solutions for the Department of Defense

By designing solutions that leverage natural forces, the DoD ensures its infrastructure remains robust and adaptive to evolving conditions, safeguarding operations and assets.

Designs

EWN Designs showcase innovative approaches to water resources infrastructure. This collection highlights diverse applications across USACE missions, demonstrating how thoughtful design enhances performance, resilience, and multi-purpose benefits.

Engineering With Nature An Atlas, Volume 3

The Engineering With Nature Atlas series brings EWN principles to life, showcasing real-world projects through compelling imagery and detailed descriptions. Atlas Volume 3, the latest edition, highlights a wide range of innovative projects from around the world, demonstrating how nature-based solutions are shaping the future of water resources and infrastructure.

Proving Grounds

EWN Proving Grounds are USACE districts and divisions applying and advancing Engineering With Nature principles. These sites test innovative approaches, document progress, and share lessons learned to support broader implementation across USACE missions.

Guidelines for how to approach thin-layer placement projects

A tool for the managing dredge material that simultaneously maintains navigation channels, supports wetland ecological function, and provides flood risk management benefits.

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