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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 […]

Boosting Water Efficiency in Hotels: The Impact of Smart Water Management

Water scarcity is a critical global issue impacting all sectors of the economy. In the United States, the hospitality industry is a major contributor to water usage, with hotels alone accounting for 15% of the total water consumed by commercial and institutional facilities. To tackle the significant environmental impact of water consumption in their industry, […]

Rethinking Shopping Mall Landscaping for Enhanced Water Efficiency

Shoppers don’t go to the mall just to shop. They are also drawn to the mall to lose themselves in the feeling of getting away from it all for a morning or afternoon while browsing shops and making their purchases. Expanses of lush, green turf, walking paths lined with vibrant flowers, and blooming shrubs—these elements […]

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 […]

Tracking Real-time Water Data Helps Achieve ESG Goals, Improve Net Operating Income (NOI), and Reduce Risks 

A huge water bill is damaging enough — and it’s only a fraction of the total cost of unmanaged water. Most properties have some form of unmanaged water – which impedes achieving sustainability goals, drains budget, and puts properties at risk of catastrophic leaks and water damage. Learn how access to water data can help.