We’ve always exalted Charles Fishman’s book The Big Thirst on our blog, but recently he wrote an article for the New York Times I think just missed its mark in a couple of ways. Charles Fishman is an asset to our industry and an excellent proponent for water management in the United States so I was excited to see him… Read more »
Tag: landscape irrigation
CategoriesThe Bottom Line for Green is Black
The theme for the fourth annual Sustainable Urban Landscape conference being held at Cuyamaca College March 8 is “The Bottom Line for Green is Black,” examining the ways that good landscaping practices can be a profitable business model in addition to helping the environment. Architect John Picard, known as the “green prophet” for his pioneering work in sustainability is the key note speaker for event…. Read more »
If You Have a Problem We Have a Solution.
BACKGROUND The scenic canyon location of this Santa Ynez community is a major draw for residents who enjoy views from the Santa Monica Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. But the hillside slopes surrounding the community proved problematic for the homeowners’ association. Faced with an aging irrigation system prone to breaking, the board decided to take action to prevent costly water loss from ruptures and to address serious soil erosion problems threatening homes. PROJECT SCOPE Santa… Read more »
Don’t Miss This Year’s Landscape Industry Show
Next week is the 2012 Landscape Industry Show sponsored by the California Landscape Contractor’s Association. The show is titled “Back in the Game” and if you ask me, the CLCA has gotten back in the game. The past few years I believe the show experienced a decrease in attendance, but this year the CLCA is back with some new offerings and I think this year has the potential to be… Read more »
Don't Miss This Year's Landscape Industry Show
Next week is the 2012 Landscape Industry Show sponsored by the California Landscape Contractor’s Association. The show is titled “Back in the Game” and if you ask me, the CLCA has gotten back in the game. The past few years I believe the show experienced a decrease in attendance, but this year the CLCA is back with some new offerings and I think this year has the potential to be… Read more »
Who Will Get Rich from Water’s Scarcity?
Today the commodity receiving the most interest is gold, but water is the one commodity we can’t live without. As National Geographic put it back in 1993, “All the water that will ever be is, right now.” Our supply of water is limited, but as long as we demand to water our lawns at noon or having lawns in sweltering climates, increased demand should amount to an increase in prices. The only question that remains… Read more »
Who Will Get Rich from Water's Scarcity?
Today the commodity receiving the most interest is gold, but water is the one commodity we can’t live without. As National Geographic put it back in 1993, “All the water that will ever be is, right now.” Our supply of water is limited, but as long as we demand to water our lawns at noon or having lawns in sweltering climates, increased demand should amount to an increase in prices. The only question that remains… Read more »
The H2O Overhaul Challenge
“H2Overhaul” seeks best ideas to include in next-generation water efficiency building projects around the world. Cassandra Cappello of Jovoto sent me the information below and I think this is an excellent opportunity for you to show others how you are literally saving water. The challenge stared a few weeks ago, but there is still plenty of time for you to submit your concepts. Please take a look, rise up and accept the challenge. Come… Read more »
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