Common bioswale problems and why they matter? Bioswales are one of the simplest and most affordable green solutions for handling stormwater. Yet they don’t always work according to our expectations. Many home owners and even small projects face common bioswale…
What are bioswales ? Why homeowners need them? Residential properties are a major contributor to stormwater problems across the United States and worldwide. Research shows that homes hold 20-30% of urban runoff pollution. This polluted runoff carries fertilizers, oils and…
What is Artificial Turf heat island effect? Artificial turf may look like a simple replacement for natural grass right ? But actually, in cities it plays a surprising role in intensifying the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect. Imagine a summer…
Artificial turf vs natural grass: which one is better ? Imagine you move into your yard on a hot summer afternoon. One neighbour has a perfectly green and low-maintenance artificial lawn while another has to water, trim and fertilize real…
What is Artificial Turf’s and why does it matter Artificial turf is synthetic grass or it’s a man-made surface that is designed to look like natural grass. It has become popular in cities because it requires very little maintenance. Unlike…
How Light Pollution Harms Nocturnal Insects Imagine a quiet night in your backyard where a moth flutters towards a bright porch light. It circles around the light endlessly and becomes too confused to fly away. They revolve until exhaustion or…
The science of light pollution Imagine a clear night sky over a bustling city but instead of twinkling stars you see a hazy orange dome that washes out the beautiful view. That’s the feature of artificial light at night (ALAN),…
What is light pollution Impact on biodiversity? Our urban ecosystems face a silent crisis under the neon glow of city skies where stars vanish behind a veil of artificial light. Over 80% of people worldwide live under light-polluted skies. According…
Miyawaki method vs traditional afforestation In modern days, afforestation is the most reliable strategy to counter deforestation, climate change, and biodiversity loss. By then two primary approaches have emerged globally—the traditional afforestation method and the Miyawaki method. Both methods have…
What is solar integration on green roofs? Solar panels on a green roof are an innovative approach that combines two of the most powerful eco-friendly technologies – green roofs and solar panels. We know that green roofs provide insulation, rainwater…
