Tag: rainwater harvesting

Business
Simple sustainability practices your clients can follow
People are concerned about protecting the environment and in turn they want their landscapes to be more ecological as well. Details on Total Landscape Care!
June 27, 2017
sustainable-design
Business
Rainwater catchment workshops planned along with Irrigation Show
This two-day workshop is an in-depth rainwater harvesting course required for those seeking ARCSA accredited professional status. Click to read more on this.
November 28, 2016
Rainwater catchment systems come in a wide variety of sizes and are designed to handle any number of specialized residential and commercial functions. Photo: ARCSA
Business
California rebates for turf removal remain but harder to get
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power tightened up the criteria needed to be eligible for turf removal rebates on Tuesday. Click to read more on changes.
August 19, 2016
Native plants and gravel are common accepted materials used to replace turf in removal programs. Photo: Jeremy Levine/Flickr
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
Rainwater harvesting: Research bolsters case for landscaping trend
A Drexel University study shows that 4 major U.S. cities receive enough rainfall each year that collected water could be used by homeowners for their toilet flushes.
March 9, 2016
If a large enough rainwater harvesting tank is used, homeowner could significantly reduce the amount of potable water used for flushing the toilet. Photo: SuSanA Secretariat/Flickr
Business
ASLA predicts trends for residential landscaping projects
Sustainable design is the big trend this year, according to a 2016 Landscape Architecture Trends Survey conducted by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA).
February 29, 2016
Pergolas, such as this one erected by Tom’s Outdoor Living in Tulsa, Oklahoma, continue to be popular elements in the residential landscape. Photo: Lauren Heartsill Dowdle
Business
Big Grass Expands Ong Jar Rainwater Harvesting Collection
Big Grass has expanded its Ong jar rainwater harvesting collection to help meet the growing demand for water conservation solutions.
April 9, 2014
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Business
Ewing Irrigation, Munro Systems Rolls Out Smart Harvest System
Ewing Irrigation Products and Munro Systems have created the Smart Harvest System
November 14, 2013
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Design-Build
‘Going Green’ More Than a Fad
Buzz words like “going green” and “sustainable” are flying around companies as big as Microsoft all the way down to the mom-and-pop store down the street. But what does it all mean?
April 19, 2013
Eco Tree with environment symbols
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.
Design-Build
Rainwater Harvesting Resources
American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association Classes, workshops, symposiums, find a professional in your town or become a member: arcsa.org Firestone Building Products Will host a seminar on rainwater harvesting at this year’s ASLA annual meeting: firestonesp.com, asla.org/ads/expo.html Aquascape Inc. Find a list of website resources that will keep you informed on various initiatives that affect […]
July 8, 2012
Rainwater Illustration
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