Dean Young is a Program Manager in the Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program at the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. He focuses on stormwater and soil management technology applied research and developing knowledge transfer tools. His work includes developing guidance and standards for the design, construction, inspection and maintenance of green/low impact development (LID) stormwater infrastructure and instructing professional training courses on the topic. His expertise includes technologies and best practices for restoring healthy soils and trees to urban landscapes.