Water Management Blog

Sustainable Landscaping in HOA Communities: Saving Water, Lowering Costs, and Promoting Healthy Residential Environments

Sustainable landscaping protects the environment and preserves limited water resources, while keeping landscapes beautiful and healthy. Eco-friendly techniques used to maintain green spaces, lawns and gardens in sustainable landscaping include planting drought-tolerant native species that are adapted to local climate and soil, using organic materials instead of fertilizers to nourish soil, and water-efficient irrigation, which […]

The Money-Saving, Eco-Friendly Benefits of Xeriscape Landscaping

In the Southwest, where water is becoming more scarce with every passing year of Megadrought, xeriscaping has become the predominant landscape of choice. Water-wise and visually-appealing, xeriscaping is a landscape designed with native, drought-tolerant desert plants and succulents, colorful rocks, pavers and pebbled pathways, anchored by lacy ferns and graceful palms—an exotic alternative to water-guzzling […]

Why Smart Irrigation Still Matters – Even Without Turf

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 […]

The Evolution of Smart Irrigation: From Timers to AI-Driven Water Management

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. […]

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 […]

Landscape Irrigation Requirements: The Key to Healthier Landscapes and a Minimal Water Footprint

Many landscape managers and irrigation professionals track total water use from utility bills but often lack visibility into how much water actually goes to irrigation. Without this insight, sites may unknowingly overwater, leading to waste, runoff, and landscape damage—issues that not only harm plant health but can also cause flooding, erosion, and damage to hardscapes. […]

Practical Solutions for Water Efficiency: Charting a Course to Sustainability

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 […]

Understanding Your Water Footprint: How to Monitor, Manage, and Maximize Water Efficiency

Many organizations track their electricity use, carbon footprint, and operating expenses—but when it comes to water, they’re often in the dark about how much water they use and where it’s being consumed. This lack of visibility, known as water blindness, prevents organizations from understanding how much water they use, where it’s being consumed, and where […]

Tackling Inefficiencies in the Last Mile of the Water Network

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 […]

Springtime Tips for Creating Water-Wise Landscaping

Once early Spring clean-up of garden and flower beds is done, and the ground is unfrozen, preparing and planting landscapes can finally begin. It’s also the perfect time of year to create a water-wise landscape for efficient watering over the hot months of Summer ahead. A water-wise landscape conserves water. Native plants require little to […]