Cappiella, K., Christianson, R., Kwon, H. 2015. Introduction to the Clean Water Optimization Tool: Calculate Pollutant Removal Capabilities and Costs of Stormwater Best Management Practices. Watershed Science Bulletin. Center for Watershed Protection, Ellicott City, MD.

BMP, costs, Implementation, nutrients, pollutant, Pollution Prevention, sediment, Stormwater, Nitrogen, Phosphorus

The Center for Watershed Protection, Inc. developed a cost-optimization tool for stormwater management practices aimed at reducing nitrogen, phosphorus, and sediment pollution in the Chesapeake Bay. This tool would help communities select appropriate BMPs.