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Business
Pilot program launched to protect Florida lagoon from lawn runoff
In an effort to protect the Indian River Lagoon in Florida, Lagoon Friendly Lawns encourages homeowners to use sustainable practices. Click to read more.
August 15, 2016
The Lagoon Friendly Lawn program is designed to reduce nutrient pollution. Photo: Keep Brevard Beautiful
Business
Colorado governor signs law allowing residents to use rain barrels
In May, Colorado passed a bill that allows residents to use rain barrels to harvest rainwater, a practice that had been illegal for most residents of the state.
June 13, 2016
Homeowners are now permitted to use rain barrels in Colorado. Photo: barb howe/Flickr
Business
How To Reduce Stormwater Runoff
Reducing stormwater runoff is a priority for a lot of clients, especially those on commercial properties trying to achieve a certain “green” status. However, achieving that goal on a property can be difficult.
August 18, 2014
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Business
EPA Releases Phase II of Stormwater Calculator
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released phase II of its National Stormwater Calculator and Climate Assessment Tool package.
February 25, 2014
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EPA Calculator To Help Reduce Stormwater Runoff
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is adding an extra tool to the digital toolbox to help manage stormwater runoff. As part of President Obama’s Climate Action Plan, the EPA has released the National Stormwater Calculator.
July 24, 2013
Photo: www.crwc.org
Business
Wildlife, Landscape See Benefit of Rainscaping
Stormwater runoff can quickly drain a homeowner’s wallet. The flooding erodes yards, soaks basements, pollutes streams and wastes a precious resource.
March 6, 2013
Stormwater
Design-Build
How to Drought-Proof Your Business
Fall is time to remedy damage done by extreme weather.
November 29, 2012
Drought Land
Design-Build
Rainwater Harvesting
More ways to save and reuse water are being employed in landscape design. With the rise of municipal water restrictions and push for sustainable practices, more contractors and designers are employing rainwater harvesting in landscaping projects across the country.
August 28, 2012
Nitsch Engineering designed this rainwater harvesting system for Yale’s Kroon Hall, which uses a water garden to filter water captured from the roof and grounds.
Lawn maintenance
Top 5 Water Savers
Water conservation is growing in urgency. These simple methods can save money for your clients — and burnish your sustainable-landscaping credentials.
October 8, 2011
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