Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies
University of Wisconsin–Madison
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Blueprint for Salt Sustainability on the UW-Madison Campus

The 2018–2020 Water Resources Management cohort identified opportunities for UW-Madison to improve local water quality through a reduction in salt use. Here you will find resources that were developed as a part of this initiative.

A Blueprint for Salt Sustainability Executive Summary

A Blueprint for Salt Sustainability Full Report

Implementing the Blueprint for Salt Sustainability – Checklist for UW Departments

Recorded presentation

S.A.L.T. (Salt Awareness Learning Tool)

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Learn what happens when salt gets in our water sources

Salting Guides

Winter Salting Guide for Maintenance Professionals

Winter Salting Guide

Presented in partnership with:

Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District