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engineering with nature

Engineering With Nature® is the intentional alignment of natural and engineering processes to efficiently and effectively deliver economic, ecological, and social benefits through collaboration.

“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)
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The Network for Engineering With Nature® (EWN) invites you to the N-EWN Knowledge Series: A Continuing Education Series about E...
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We all rely on services provided by nature, often in ways we don’t fully recognize. Earth Economics identifies and quantifies t...

April 3, 2025

The Engineering With Nature® (EWN®) program within the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) funds research projects occurring in ...

April 2, 2025

Arizona State University, Earth Genome, and USACE’ Engineer Research and Development Center has been working together under a N...

April 2, 2025

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

April 1, 2025

Despite increased understanding and adoption of nature-based solutions (NBSs) within urban and coastal areas, large-scale NBS 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.