The Groundskeeper, IFMA Foundation offer guide to sustainable landscaping practices

by jbs072010 f3 — July 23, 2010—Landscape contractor The Groundskeeper and facilities management nonprofit the IFMA Foundation recently released Sustainable Landscaping, a practical, real-world guide on how to introduce and advance sustainable practices in landscaping.

The guide, sixth in the IFMA Foundation’s Sustainability “How-to” Guide Series is available as a free download. It provides an overview of several key areas, including:

  • The three primary phases of sustainable landscaping: design, construction and maintenance;

  • Guidance on making the business case for sustainability, along with information on developing an action plan; and

  • Case studies offering real-world insight into effective approaches.

Insights and expertise for the guide came from a cross section of The Groundskeeper’s management team and other subject matter experts. The publication is designed to serve as a practical guide and reference for FMs, property managers, community managers and operations professionals across multiple industry sectors.