Low Impact Development Center

What Low Impact Development Center does

Low Impact Development Center (LID Center) is a Maryland-based non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1998 that delivers research, design and planning, technical assistance, and training services focused on sustainable stormwater management and green infrastructure. Its work spans Low Impact Development practices including bioretention, permeable pavements, rain gardens, and nature-based solutions, supported by an internal publications library of design guidebooks, fact sheets, and technical manuals, plus GIS-based flood risk analysis that integrates FEMA flood claims, county 311 records, LiDAR, and rainfall data.

The organization serves government agencies (federal, state, and municipal), school districts, military installations, landscape contractors, and community/homeowner groups. Documented customers and partners include the Prince George's County Department of the Environment, Joint Base Andrews (DoD-funded), City of Mount Rainier, City of Hyattsville, Prince George's County Public Schools, and the Clean Water Partnership. Service lines include the Prince George's County Stormwater Resources hub, the Environmental Infrastructure Collaborative (a 2025 EPA-funded regional initiative across EPA Region 3), the Treating & Teaching school program, and the Rain Check Rebate Contractor Training program held twice annually.

Revenue mechanics are grant- and contract-driven rather than commercial: primary funding flows from federal agencies (DoD, EPA, DOT), Maryland Department of the Environment, and foundations including the Chesapeake Bay Trust and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. Training is often offered free to participants via county grant subsidies. The organization operates with 16 staff members as of March 2025 and has completed 450+ projects nationwide since inception. It is governed by an independent board with no parent company or outside investment.

Name

Low Impact Development Center

Legal name

Low Impact Development Center

Website

https://lowimpactdevelopment.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Low Impact Development Center is a non-profit founded in 1998 that provides research, design, technical assistance, and training in sustainable stormwater management and green infrastructure to government agencies, municipalities, military installations, school districts, and community groups across the Mid-Atlantic.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Stormwater Management Consulting

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (54162), Administration of Environmental Quality Programs (9241), Landscape Architectural Services (541320)

SIC

Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro primary industry

Stormwater Management & MS4 Compliance Services (BPALAMAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Control & Compliance (Storage, Separation, Treatment) (EUANAEAG), Avoided Conversion & Ecosystem Protection (REDD+, Blue Carbon Conservation) (EUABABAC)

Keywords

• Stormwater management consulting
• Green infrastructure design
• Low impact development
• Watershed research services
• Environmental planning training

Headquarters

HQ city

Beltsville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Grant-Funded Research and Projects: Primary revenue from grants and funded projects with federal agencies (DoD, EPA, DOT), state agencies (Maryland Department of the Environment), foundations (Chesapeake Bay Trust, NFWF), and local government departments.
2. Training Programs: Fee-based training programs for landscape professionals and contractors, including Rain Check Rebate Contractor Training held twice annually.
3. Technical Assistance Services: Consulting services for design, planning, and implementation of stormwater solutions for municipalities and government agencies.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Low Impact Development Center (LID Center) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that delivers research, design and planning, technical assistance, and training services focused on innovative stormwater management and green infrastructure. It supports government agencies, municipalities, military installations, schools, and community partners from concept development through implementation of low impact development (LID) practices that protect water quality and reduce flooding.

Product overview

The Low Impact Development Center is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides a portfolio of consulting and advisory services focused on sustainable stormwater management and green infrastructure. The core offerings include Design & Planning, Technical Assistance, Research, and Training services. Supporting these are specialized programs such as the Environmental Infrastructure Collaborative (a 2025 EPA-funded regional initiative), Prince George's County Stormwater Resources (partner services for municipalities), the Treating & Teaching school program, Rain Check Rebate Contractor Training, and various technical publications and guides. With over 450 completed projects since 1998, the organization works alongside public agencies, private organizations, and community partners to advance innovative stormwater solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Environmental Infrastructure Collaborative: A regional initiative launched in 2025, funded through the EPA's Environmental Finance Center program, supporting communities across EPA Region 3 in developing proactive and practical approaches to environmental infrastructure planning.

Products and services

• Design & Planning Services Provides engineering, landscape architecture, and planning support for green infrastructure and stormwater management projects for municipalities, agencies, and communities.
• Technical Assistance Services Provides hands-on technical assistance to public agencies and communities on implementing, operating, and maintaining green infrastructure practices.
• Research Services Conducts applied research on innovative stormwater management, low impact development practices, and green infrastructure performance for public and partner use.
• Training Programs Provides structured training programs and certification (e.g., Rain Check Rebate contractor training) for landscape professionals, municipal staff, and community members on green infrastructure installation and maintenance.
• Environmental Infrastructure Collaborative A collaborative program that brings together partners to advance environmental infrastructure and green infrastructure investments in Prince George's County.
• Prince George's County Stormwater Resources Online resources and tools supporting Prince George's County residents and contractors with stormwater management programs such as the Rain Check Rebate.
• Treating & Teaching Program (Prince George's County) School-based program treating stormwater on school grounds while teaching students about water quality and green infrastructure.

Quantifiable outcome

• 450+ completed projects across the country
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Environmental Finance CentercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Funded Environmental Infrastructure Collaborative supporting communities across EPA Region 3 with technical guidance, investment-readiness support, and asset management resources.
• Prince George's County Department of the EnvironmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership for stormwater management programs, MS4 permit compliance, and green infrastructure implementation. LID Center acts as liaison between County DoE and municipalities.
• Clean Water PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerImplements Department of Defense OLDCC-funded projects including Joint Base Andrews resilience study. Manages Treating & Teaching program and Rain Check Rebate program.
• Chesapeake Bay TrustcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAdministers grant funding for Prince George's County Rain Check Rebate Program and Stormwater Stewardship Grant Program that fund LID Center projects.
• Neighborhood Design CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Prince George's County Treating & Teaching program creating outdoor learning spaces at local schools.
• Bradley Site DesignminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerExpert partner in Treating & Teaching program for school green infrastructure projects.
• Weston & SampsonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated on Joint Base Andrews Installation Resilience Review final report.
• KK&RminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated on Joint Base Andrews Installation Resilience Review final report.
• BENGALminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated on Joint Base Andrews Installation Resilience Review final report.
• Usource ConstructionminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction contractor for $1.127 million Memorial Park Streetscape project.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Center for Watershed Protection: Non-profit research organization focused on stormwater management, watershed restoration, and green infrastructure technical assistance. Closely comparable in mission, non-profit structure, and service mix (design manuals, training, municipal assistance).
• Chesapeake Bay Foundation: Large non-profit dedicated to Chesapeake Bay restoration, with overlapping interest in stormwater runoff reduction, green infrastructure advocacy, and policy guidance for Mid-Atlantic municipalities. Comparable customer base (governments, communities) and advocacy-plus-technical-assistance model.
• LimnoTech: Environmental science and engineering consulting firm specializing in water resources, watershed modeling, and stormwater/green infrastructure. Comparable in technical focus on stormwater management and federal/municipal client base, though organized as a for-profit firm.
• Biohabitats: Ecological restoration and green infrastructure firm providing planning, design, and implementation for stormwater, riparian, and watershed projects. Directly comparable service portfolio and similar customer segments including municipalities and federal clients.

Broad incumbents

• Water Environment Federation: National trade association for water quality professionals, including a Stormwater Institute and National Green Infrastructure Certification Program. Comparable in subject matter (stormwater best practices, certification, training) but operates as an industry membership body rather than a project delivery firm.
• Hazen and Sawyer: National environmental engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. Directly comparable on the green infrastructure / MS4 compliance service line, but operates as a large engineering consultancy rather than a non-profit.
• Tetra Tech: Global consulting and engineering firm with major water resources and stormwater practices serving federal (DoD, EPA, DOT) and municipal clients. Comparable customer set and federal contracting experience, but at vastly greater scale and breadth.
• AECOM: Global infrastructure consulting firm with extensive water, environment, and federal services practices. Comparable at the federal contracting and large-municipality MS4 engineering level, though as a broad incumbent rather than a non-profit specialist.

Emerging players

• ICLEI USA: Non-profit membership organization helping local governments advance sustainability, climate resilience, and green infrastructure. Comparable mission serving municipal clients, with overlap in climate adaptation and resilience planning support.
• Greenprint Partners: Green infrastructure advisory and project development firm focused on stormwater financing and implementation for municipalities. Comparable in stormwater green infrastructure focus and municipal customer base, with a more financing-oriented service model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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