The city of Chino Hills, in southern California, factors water into every decision. Whether it’s managing growth or landscaping parks, the ethos is conservation first. The city actively partners with its drinking water wholesaler to entice its 82,000 residents to … Continue reading →
What do most people think of when they think of Twin Falls, Idaho? How about Shoshone Falls on the Snake River? Or maybe the Perrine Bridge, crossing the Snake River Canyon? Natural assets aside, Twin Falls is no slouch when … Continue reading →
Located in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country and known as one of the oldest inland cities in the United States, Lancaster, Pa., is reported to be a great place to live, work, stay and play. Rich in history, heritage … Continue reading →
They clean and cool the air. They soak up stormwater and prevent erosion. They add beauty and become wildlife habitats. Gazing on them or strolling among them just makes people feel better. Cities and towns increasingly are recognizing the value … Continue reading →
It’s that time of year for gardeners: Early-season vegetables are ripe, and hopefully, the rest of what was cultivated during the spring is well on its way to a bountiful fall harvest. Whether it takes the form of a large … Continue reading →
Winter Park, Fla., loves its trees, especially the towering oaks that line city streets and parks, and provide a canopy of shade to city neighborhoods. But this stalwart of urban forestry is facing a dilemma. Winter Park is losing the … Continue reading →
As urban areas continue to expand, animals often find themselves sneaking into human-populated areas, often lured by the delicacies found in garbage cans, bird feeders and back porches. When animals become too brave, however, problems can arise, and cities nationwide … Continue reading →
It’s no secret that Savannah, Ga., is known for its tree tourism. In fact, approximately 14 million people descend on the low-lying, southern city each year to take in the area’s historic architecture and glorious tree canopy. However, what most … Continue reading →
Often when we hear about wetlands being restored or developed one thinks it’s for the conservation of wildlife, and while that might be true, the creation of wetlands has numerous benefits for cities and towns. According to the Natural Water … Continue reading →
As more communities go big and go green, the focal point is more in green tech rather than green plants. Technology is sometimes easier to implement than the naturally grown products of the planet, but even trees are gaining rights … Continue reading →
As a result of the creation of the CSO Control Policy of 1994, cities across the country were obligated by the Environmental Protection Association to lay out plans to eliminate the occasional fl ow of raw sewage into natural waterways. … Continue reading →
