Belgian summers are getting hotter and drier. It is therefore important to pay attention to water-saving, without harming your outdoor environment. After all, your company greenery remains an important element in making a good first impression. Fortunately, our green masters know what to do even during the dry summer months. Today they share the most efficient tips for minimizing water waste.
Efficient water storage for water-saving
Applying water-saving techniques starts at the source. And that source is rainwater. Get smart systems that capture and store the water so you can later use it as a natural source for watering your outdoor environment. A rainwater tank is the solution of choice for organizations. It captures rainwater, filters out leaves and debris and stores the clean water above or below ground. The stored water can then be used for garden irrigation.
The integration of automation
A smart irrigation system is your partner in crime during long periods of drought. This system automates the watering of your plants and lawn using stored rainwater, supplying your garden and plants with water at the most efficient times of the day. This way, you don’t have to go to work yourself with a garden hose before sunrise. You set the sprinkler computer manually, and it does all the rest!
Soil improvement through compost
Composting offers many benefits to your corporate green space. You create a drought- and heat-resistant environment during the summer, as well as providing better protection from heavy rainfall. The permeable effect of compost allows rainwater to penetrate the soil efficiently, resulting in a healthy surface.
Composting provides nutrient-rich soil. Soils enriched with compost retain carbon, which reduces outdoor CO2 emissions. This water-saving technique clearly has a lot going for it.
Environmentally friendly garden design
When designing your company parking lot and garden, keep in mind your choice of materials. Do you want to save a lot of water in the long run? Then opt for permeable paving for paths and parking lots to bring rainwater to the ground quickly. Think gravel, dolomite or bark. Still, are you more of a fan of a design with clinkers or tiles? Then you can opt for open joints or a permeable filling such as grass, gravel or shells.
Our green masters know numerous ways to save water. Find out more about how they work here.
