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Smart Irrigation: A Proven Tool for Water Efficiency, Conservation, and a Resilient Future

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 […]

How Trees Prepare for Winter: Understanding Dormancy, Cold Tolerance, and Winter Survival Strategies

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 […]

West Coast & Southwest Cities Brace for Multi-Year Water Rate Hikes

Soaring water rate hikes in four West Coast and Southwest cities have been set in motion– beginning in 2025– and will continue to rise over the next several years. Water districts in San Diego are about to be slammed with an unexpected 40% rate hike over the next few years by the San Diego County Water […]