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Sustainability

Sustainability: Eco-Friendly Changes That Are Good for Your Business and the Planet

In the past, consumers viewed sustainability as a ā€œnice-to-haveā€ trait of the companies they purchased from, but this perception has shifted over the past few years. According to PwC’s 2024 Voice of the Consumer Survey, consumers are willing to pay 9.7% more on average for sustainable products and services, despite concerns about the cost of […]

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The Nuances of Battery Power: Key Features to Consider When Transitioning

The transition from gas to battery-powered equipment is a complex process. It requires rethinking a lot of your processes and determining the right charging setup to ensure your crews have enough power to get through the day. ā€œNo two days are exactly alike, and factors like job type, site conditions, and charging accessibility all influence […]

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LEEDing the Way: Pursuing Green Building Certifications for Landscape Projects

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is one of the most comprehensive certifications out there, denoting whether a building is energy- and resource-efficient. Most consider indoor elements to be the most important, but landscaping and outdoor influences carry equal weight. LEED Certification Requirements and Credits LEED certification criteria vary based on the type of […]

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Spring Irrigation Checklist: Identifying Winter Damage and Minimizing Water Waste

If your team offers irrigation services, the beginning of spring is also the time for irrigation startups. This is prime time to review your clients’ systems for any winter damage, as well as an opportunity to identify potential enhancements. System Startup Recommendations The first step technicians should take before starting the irrigation system is to […]

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Taking the Lead: Boosting Biodiversity by Adding Native Plants to Landscape Designs

When it comes to practices that benefit the environment, do you tend to wait for your clients to request these aspects to be incorporated into their landscape design or do you suggest them as natural recommendations to consider? Sarah Vanek, a landscape consultant located in Omaha, Nebraska, with Ryan Lawn & Tree based in Merriam, […]

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How I Do It: Transitioning to All-Electric Equipment

When E-SCAPES Electric Lawn Care, based in Acworth, Georgia, transitioned to all-electric equipment during the pandemic, they experienced a number of different benefits. Mike Bellows, owner and CEO of E-SCAPES, says there were several factors that caused him to transition his equipment to battery power. This included high gas prices, the frequent need for repairs, […]

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Level Up: GreenWeaver Landscapes’ Commitment to Sustainability Fuels Their Growth

Our Level Up series shares the strategies that help landscape and lawn care companies get to the next level. Since 2008, GreenWeaver Landscapes, based in Media, Pennsylvania, has had the mission of creating and maintaining beautiful, useful, and healthy landscapes for people and the planet. Jennifer Nichols, president of GreenWeaver Landscapes, says she grew up […]

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Incorporating Sustainability: How Climate Change Is Shaping Consumer Demands for 2025

Just as the economy can impact consumer trends, the changing climate is also driving shifts in the demand for certain residential design features. With frequent natural disasters and extreme weather conditions, the need for versatile plants and landscapes that can endure various challenges is bringing sustainability to the forefront of clients’ minds. Adapting to Local […]

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Restore the Past to Secure the Future: Installing Prairies and Natural Landscapes for Sustainability

Healthy plants depend on pollinators and other wildlife to flourish. However, much of the American native prairie, woodlands, and wetlands have disappeared, replaced by concrete, asphalt and non-native plantings that require more upkeep and do not support the local ecosystem. ā€œIn England in the 1700s and 1800s, the norm was to have lawns around the […]

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A New Era of Savings With Kress

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