Greener Approach
Sustainability is an approach to meeting our present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This area contains resources applicable to greener approaches in the park maintenance industry.
Turf Management for Municipal Athletic Fields
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources
A resource guide and planning tool for environmentally responsible turf management.
Sweet Smelling Toilet Installation
US Dept of Agriculture Forest Service
The SST (odor-free vaulttoilet) concept covers all facets of a toiletbuilding’s design, construction materials,maintenance, and location. This Tech Tip is intended to reacquaint architects, engineers, landscape architects, and others involved in the design, construction, or placement of toiletbuildings with the basic principles of SSTtechnology.
Green Jobs Training
US Environmental Protection Agency
A Catalog of Training Opportunities forGreen Infrastructure Technologies
Green It Lancaster
City of Lancaster
City of Lancaster Green Infrastructure Plan
Streamside Forest Buffers Preserving Water Quality
Greentreks
Studies by internationally acclaimed Stroud Water Research Center have shown that healthy forests bordering streams not only prevent numerous pollutants from reaching the water, but also multiply the stream's natural ability to cleanse itself of pollutants that do make their way into the water.
Sustainability in Recreation and Parks: Building a Better Future
David M. Pearlman, Ph.D, CHE, CHIA
Did you know that a grass football field can drink up to 100,000 gallons of water a week? Or that a gas-powered leaf blower can emit 300 times more pollutants than a pick-up truck? With all these potential pollution sources, it makes sense to implement some sustainable practices in our departments. Dr. Pearlman’s article does just that. He provides some actionable tips to make your Parks and recreation spaces more eco-friendly.
Bright ideas: 5 Strategies for Enhanced Outdoor Lighting
Claudia Capraru, Electrical designer
Outdoor lighting for facilities, parking areas and courts greatly affects how users experience your spaces. Learn how to create efficient and aesthetically pleasing lighting in your spaces.
Natural Materials in Playgrounds
Alex Waffle
As natural materials gain popularity, it is vital to ensure their safety and performance.
Parks as Pillars of Sustainability
Clement Lau, DPPD, FAICP
With the right modifications and maintenance practices, parks and public spaces can help protect and enhance our environments.
Guidelines for Maintaining Streams in Your Community
PA DEP Informational Booklet
Packed booklet from PA DCNR. Download the PDF.
