A lush, vibrant landscape that flourishes requires more than just a green thumb. It demands a scientific approach to irrigation. Unfortunately, making all the calculations needed to properly schedule irrigation is a time-consuming task only a few understand. If you need help understanding that, check out the video at the end of this article and see what goes into adequately scheduling irrigation. However, utilizing a scientifically generated irrigation schedule can optimize water usage, promote plant… Read more »
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CategoriesConservation Saves More Than Just Water At Red Rock Country Club
The Red Rock Country Club and residential community is one of the prime places to live, golf, and enjoy in the Las Vegas area. With two Arnold Palmer signature courses, a clubhouse, spa, tennis facility and a wide array of luxury homes, the club and master-planned community is a big draw for Las Vegas residents and visitors alike.
The Conservation Challenge
Unfortunately, Red Rock was also a big… Read more »
ARE WE WASTING THE DROUGHT?
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 »
The 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 »
A Story of Rebates, Smarter Water Use and 34% Water Savings
With all of the other issues that board members and managers wrestle with day to day, landscaping may not be at the top of their minds. But the cost of inefficiencies can add up. A typical community association uses nearly double the amount of water needed to maintain a healthy landscape. Often, boards and managers don’t know how much water they are using. In response to California’s ongoing drought, the community of Westaire in Martinez,… Read more »
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American Water Works - AWK
Aqua America - WTR
California Water Service Group - CWT
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