Educational resources on the latest in water management trends, news, and best practices.
In 2023, California signed AB1572 into law, requiring the removal of non-functional turf irrigated with potable water by 2028. The move is a bold step toward long-term water conservation and climate adaptation. For sustainability leaders, facility managers, and landscape specifiers, the message is clear: the era of turf-heavy commercial landscapes is ending. But as organizations […]
In the early days of irrigation technology, “smart” meant a plastic box with a blinking light and an irrigation schedule programmed by hand. If you were lucky, the system stuck to it. If you were really lucky, the plants lived. But times have changed. Smart irrigation has shifted how we manage landscapes efficiently and sustainably. […]
Water is one of our most vital, yet vulnerable, resources. As climate change, population growth, and aging infrastructure place increasing strain on global water supplies, organizations have a responsibility to reduce water waste—especially in outdoor irrigation. Conserving, optimizing, and managing water must be a priority—and one of the most effective and proven ways to do […]
Water is one of the world’s most precious resources, and managing it efficiently has become essential for organizations prioritizing sustainability and operational excellence. However, without a clear strategy, tackling inefficiencies can feel overwhelming. Our latest guide, The Water Efficiency Roadmap: Proven Strategies for Lasting Impact, provides a practical roadmap to help organizations pinpoint inefficiencies, implement […]
Planting a hillside with a mix of colorful perennials, shrubs, and a blooming carpet of ground cover is visually stunning. Hillside planting also prevents slope and hillside erosion by anchoring loose soils that would otherwise be swept downhill with runoff from rainfall. Plants That Prevent Slope & Hillside Erosion Planting ground covers is essential for […]
Understanding the Last Mile The water network doesn’t end with supply and treatment—it hinges on the critical “Last Mile,” where water transitions from centralized infrastructure to end-users. This phase includes the systems and environments that deliver water to homes, communities, irrigation systems, and industrial facilities, tackling challenges like accessibility, efficiency, and sustainability. For instance, the […]
Flow management in irrigation systems isn’t just about cost savings—it’s about responsiblewater management. With water scarcity on the rise, landscape professionals play a critical rolein conservation by designing, maintaining, and optimizing irrigation systems. By detecting andaddressing leaks in real time, irrigation teams can reduce water waste, minimize runoff, protectlocal resources, and maintain resilient landscapes. Leaks […]
Every year, millions of gallons of water are lost due to undetected leaks, causing significantfinancial and environmental damage. Research from Astute Analytica suggests that over 20% ofthe world’s treated water is lost through leaks. Whether inside a building or across an outdoorirrigation system, leaks can go unnoticed for months, leading to excessive water waste, propertydamage, […]
Sustainable water management means using water in a way that meets social, economic, and ecological needs without depleting limited resources that would compromise the needs of future generations. Water is life, critical to human survival. With global population exploding from 1.5 billion to nearly 8 billion in just the last 100 years, freshwater withdrawals have […]
As daylight hours begin to wane in late Summer, trees begin preparing for the oncoming Winter at the cellular level to increase their cold tolerance. Shrinkage, sugar concentration and dehydration are happening, and their metabolism slows as they enter a state of dormancy. By mid-Winter, they reach their adapted tolerance, their cells now hardened and […]
