Robinson, A.; Safran, S. M.; Beagle, J.; Grenier, J. Letitia; Grossinger, R. M.; Spotswood, E.; Dusterhoff, S. D.; Richey, A. 2016. A Delta Renewed: A Guide to Science-Based Ecological Restoration in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Delta Landscapes Project. Prepared for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and Ecosystem Restoration Program. A Report of SFEI-ASC?s Resilient Landscapes Program.  SFEI Contribution No. 799. San Francisco Estuary Institute - Aquatic Science Center: Richmond, CA.
This report offers guidance for creating and maintaining landscapes in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta that support desired ecological functions, while retaining the overall agricultural character and water-supply service of the region. Based on extensive research into how the Delta functioned historically, how it has changed, and how it is likely to evolve, we discuss where and how to re-establish the dynamic natural processes that can sustain native Delta habitats and wildlife into the future. The approach, building on work others have piloted and championed, is to restore or emulate natural processes where possible, establish an appropriate mosaic of habitat types at the landscape scale, use multi-benefit management strategies to increase support for native species in agricultural and urban areas, and allow the Delta to adapt to future uncertainties of climate change, levee failure, and human population growth. With this approach, it will be critical to integrate ecological improvements with the human landscape: a robust agricultural economy, water infrastructure and diversions, and urbanized areas. Strategic restoration that builds on the history and ecology of the region can contribute to the strong sense of place and recreational value of the Delta.
Printed copies of the report are available for purchase.

Beyeler, M.; Mehaffy, M.; Connor, M.; Doehring, C.; Lowe, J.; Grossinger, R.; Senn, D.; Novick, E. 2015. Decentralized Wastewater Discharges and Multiple Benefit Natural Infrastructure: Preliminary Analysis and Next Steps (Final Project Report). East Bay Dischargers Authority .

Grossinger, R. M.; Askevold, R. A.; Beagle, J.; Grenier, J. Letitia; Robinson, A. H.; Safran, S. M. 2014. Delta Landscape Metrics: Creating a Spatial Framework to Inform Restoration Planning.

Robinson, A. H.; Safran, S. M.; Beagle, J.; Grossinger, R. M.; Grenier, J. Letitia; Askevold, R. A. 2014. A Delta Transformed: Ecological Functions, Spatial Metrics, and Landscape Change in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.  SFEI Contribution No. 729. San Francisco Estuary Institute - Aquatic Science Center: Richmond, CA.

Beller, E. E.; Safran, S. M.; Grossinger, R.; Grenier, J. Letitia; Whipple, A.; Beagle, J.; Robinson, A.; Askevold, R. A. 2012. Developing Tools for Landscape-Scale Restoration in the Delta.

Grossinger, R. M. 2005. Documenting Local Landscape Change: The Bay Area Historical Ecology Project. In The HISTORICAL ECOLOGY HANDBOOK: A Restorationist's Guide to Reference Ecosystems. Egan, D., Howell, E. A., Trans.. The HISTORICAL ECOLOGY HANDBOOK: A Restorationist's Guide to Reference Ecosystems. Island Press.

Grossinger, R. M. 2001. Documenting Local Landscape Change: The Bay Area Historical Ecology Project. In The Historical Ecology Handbook: A Restorationist's Guide to Reference Ecosystems.. Egan, D., Howell, E., Eds.. The Historical Ecology Handbook: A Restorationist's Guide to Reference Ecosystems. Island Press: Washington D.C.