Free WEDG Workshop
Tuesday, October 14 | 12:00 – 4:00 PM | Moline, IL
Presented by the Waterfront Alliance | Hosted by River Action
Join us the day before the Upper Mississippi River Conference for a free, in-depth training on WEDG® (Waterfront Edge Design Guidelines).
WEDG is a nationally recognized rating system and professional education program — similar in spirit to LEED, but focused on sustainable waterfront development. It provides planners, architects, developers, and community leaders with tools to design resilient, accessible, and ecologically sound waterfronts.
This workshop is made possible by support from the Walton Family Foundation and marks a significant expansion of the Waterfront Alliance’s work into freshwater regions, including Cedar Rapids, the Quad Cities, and Memphis.
Why Attend?
- Learn from experts at the Waterfront Alliance.
- Discover how WEDG applies locally through the RENEW Moline riverfront plan.
- Understand the 6 WEDG categories:
- Site Assessment
- Climate Resilience
- Community Access
- Edge Composition
- Natural Resources
- Innovation
- Take home knowledge that strengthens projects across the Upper Midwest.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: Stoney Creek In | Moline, Illinois
Cost: Free, thanks to the Walton Family Foundation
Special Addition: A WEDG-hosted reception will immediately follow the workshop from 3:30 – 5:30 PM. Network with peers, meet the trainers, and continue the conversation over refreshments.
This workshop is FREE to attend.
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About WEDG
Developed by the Waterfront Alliance, WEDG® (Waterfront Edge Design Guidelines) is the gold standard for resilient, accessible, and sustainable waterfront design. From coastal cities to inland rivers, WEDG equips communities to build with nature rather than against it.
