The Regenerative Landscape is Smart Resource Management…

Cost Savings

Environmental Benefits

MeetEnvironmental

Mandates:AB 1881

Climate Action Plans, etc.

SMART RESOURCE

MANAGEMENT(RegenerativeLandscape)

…and Good for People…

Health andWell-being

Environmental Benefits

EducationalOpportunities

REGENERATIVELANDSCAPE

Repeated Synthetic Inputs

High Energy Use

Soil Compaction

Shallow Roots

Pollution from Chemical Runoff

Increased Pests and Plant Disease

High Maintenance Costs

Risks to Human Health due to Chemical Exposure

Conventional Landscape Management Practices :

Regenerative Landscapes Save Money:

Reduced:

–Water Use

–Fertilizers

–Pesticides

– Imports

–Maintenance

Environmental Benefits:

Water Purification

Reduced Water Pollution

Improved Flood Control

Carbon Sequestration

Local Food Production

Increased Habitat

Increased Biodiversity

Pest & Disease Control

Educational Opportunities:

Watershed

Ecology

Carbon Sequestration

Food production

Habitat and Biodiversity

Entomology

Soil Science

And much more…!

Meet Environmental Mandates & Sustainability Initiatives:

CHPS

CalGreen

AB 1881 – Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance

Bay-Friendly & River-Friendly

LEED

Sustainable Sites

Stormwater – NPDES

Analysis and Action Plans for School Sites

SOIL Complete Soil EvaluationOrganic Soil Management

WATER Smart Irrigation, Water Conservation and Rainwater Harvesting

PLANTS Planting EvaluationsSolutions for Reducing Water Use, Increasing Habitat, Biodiversity and

Human Health and Well-being

REDUCED MAINTENANCE COSTS

SOIL

Start with Complete Soil Evaluation

Analyze the Soil Foodweb

Develop Biological Soil Management Program

1. Analyze the Soil Foodweb

2. Add the Right Biology

3. Create Healthy Soil

Compost Actively Aerated Compost Tea

Create Biologically Balanced Soil

RESULTS:

Source: Soil Foodweb Oregon

Create Safe, Healthy Play Fields

Biologically Managed Turf:

Needs Less Water

Uses No Chemicals*

Produces No Chemical Runoff

Requires Less Frequent Mowing

Can Withstand Heavier Use

Sequesters More Carbon

Has Greater Disease Resistance

Contains no Synthetic Products

* Of the 30 most commonly used lawn pesticides, 19 can cause cancer, 13 are linked to birth defects, 21 can affect reproduction and 15 are nervous system toxicants - beyondpesticides.org

Harvard Yard Soils Restoration Project

Harvard Yard Soils Restoration Project

Soil Management Strategies:

Complete Soil Evaluation

Soil Foodweb Consultation

Organic Soil Fertility Program

Soil Regeneration Training

Ongoing Monitoring and Soil Management Guidelines

WATER

Preserve and Protect the Local Watershed…

Water Supply in the Long Term

Comprehensive Water Analysis

Current Water Use

Water Harvesting Potential

Irrigation Needs

Stormwater Management

Rainwater Harvesting and Greywater Systems

Plant-Based Stormwater Management -Stormwater Planters, Green Roofs…

Smart Irrigation

Reduce water use by 50%

Eliminate Potable water use

Use Weather Based Controls

High Efficiency Distribution System

Minimize Maintenance

Water Management Strategies:

Water Efficient Irrigation Design

Landscape Irrigation Audits

Water Harvesting Technologies

Assembly Bill 1881 Compliance

Landscape Water Management

Stormwater Management

PLANTS

Start with Complete Planting Assessment

Assess Context and Growing Environment

Evaluate Recreation Needs Habitat Biodiversity Opportunities to Enhance

Natural & Urban Environment

Increase Habitat and Biodiversity

Enhance Human Habitat – Greenways & Pathways

Advocate Green Schoolyards

Outdoor Learning Environments

Use Appropriate Plants

• • Drought Tolerant, Non-Invasive, Attractive, Contextual, Natives

Provide Turf For Recreation..

& AlternativesWhere Appropriate

Create Healthy Environments for Learning

Services to Consider:

Landscape Architecture

Bay-Friendly and River-Friendly Design

Bay-Friendly Project Rating

Urban Agriculture

Urban Forestry and IPM

Habitat Restoration

Organic Turf Management Guidelines

Landscape Maintenance Specifications and Guidelines

PROCESS

SOIL

PLANTS

WATERLANDSCAPE ASSESSMENT

First Step:

DEVELOPINTEGRATEDAPPROACH

Landscape Assessment Action Strategies:

Inventory

Assessment / Evaluation

Life Expectancy of Amenities

Repair and Replacement Costs

Capital Costs Short-term Mid-term Long-term

Funding and Financial Strategies

Landscape Management Strategies

Field Analysis Report

Recommended Resource Savings:

General

Targeted

Prioritization List Low Cost Solutions

Higher Cost Solutions

Evaluation

Repair and/or Replacement Costs

Continuing Education Program - Staff

Case Studies

Fullerton College Water Conservation

20% Water Reduction by 2020

Minimize Installation, M&O costs

Reduce Resource Consumption

Research State and Federal funding sources

Educate and Inform Community

Low Cost Solutions

Dedicated irrigation water meters

Smart Irrigation Controllers

Rain shutoff sensors

Moisture sensors and flow sensor devices

Planting Assessment

Remove high water-demand plant materials (including non-essential turf)

Replace with low-water-use “California Friendly” planting materials where feasible

Green Schoolyards - Tule Elk School, SF

Before

Green Schoolyards – Everett School, SF

Construction 2011

Before

Washington School Environmental YardBerkeley, CA

Before

Creekside Park, Marin County

Sheet mulching

Windrush SchoolEl Cerrito

Chabot Elementary School, Oakland

Before

San Marcos College Case Study

RESULTS

Cost Savings plus Sustainability…

Cost Savings &Cost Recovery

EnvironmentalBenefits,

Sustainability,Health

EducationalOpportunities

SMART RESOURCE

MANAGEMENT(RegenerativeLandscape)

About MIG

Vision to Implementation – Involvement in projects from planning through construction = consistent and vested approach

Maintenance Management – Best Practices and effective use of labor and materials

Long-term Visioning – 20 year plan vs. “instant” effect = cost-effective and built to last

Able to deliver top-quality services within a short timeframe and limited budgets

Communication & Technology tools to strengthen connections and engage stakeholders and the community

Conservation and Stewardship – sustainable, ecological principles for long-term health of ecosystems and the public

Resource Management = built-in efficiencies of both natural resources and budgets

Contact Us!

www.migcom.com

www.regenerativelandscape.org

Email:

Suzanne Schrift, LA#5276 suzannes@migcom.com

Darren Rector, LA#4861 darrenr@migcom.com

Jim Pickel, LA#4385 jimp@migcom.com