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In the past, consumers viewed sustainability as a “nice-to-have” 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 […]
The World Economic Forum released the Future of Jobs Report 2025, which examines how macrotrends such as technology and the green transition are impacting jobs and skills. One of the most transformative trends has been broadening digital access. 60% of the surveyed employers expect it to transform their business by 2030. Artificial intelligence and information […]
Mowers are one of the most ubiquitous pieces of equipment in the lawn and landscape industry, but they can also be the cause of numerous hazards. Each year, approximately 70,000 people are treated in hospital emergency rooms for mower-related injuries, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Additionally, about 90 people die annually due […]
Jim Huston passed away on April 2, 2025, at the age of 75. Huston was the founder and president of J.R. Huston Consulting, Inc., which provided consulting services, software solutions and educational workshops and seminars to the green industry. Huston held positions in finance, aviation supply inventory management and procurement while serving in the U.S. […]
When you’re looking to hire new team members, conducting job interviews can be the determining factor in whether you hire a candidate or not. Even if a person looks good on paper, by asking the right questions, you can more easily identify if they are a good fit for your culture and a welcome addition […]
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 […]
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. “No two days are exactly alike, and factors like job type, site conditions, and charging accessibility all influence […]
In the past, American Turf and Tree Care, based in Greeley, Colorado, was struggling with paying for non-productive work. Around 10 years ago, they changed this by rolling out production commissions for their field technicians. Blair Matthews, head of sales and marketing at American Turf and Tree Care, says the commission-based pay aligns their technicians with […]
A common differentiator that lawn and landscape companies will highlight when selling services to clients is their communication. Often, customers who are looking for a new service provider will say their main complaint is a lack of communication with their current landscape business. A lot of these dos and don’ts listed below can seem like […]
This retirement community along the North Shore of Chicago, Illinois, is a hub of outdoor activity. With a rooftop patio and extensive walkways, the landscape provides a perfect setting for social events. As the initial installation wrapped up, the property managers turned to James Martin Associates, based in Mundelein, Illinois, to maintain the property and […]
