Sustainability Posts

As urban areas continue to expand and evolve, city planners and developers face increasing pressure to find sustainable, efficient ways to manage land use. Brownfield and grayfield renovations offer a promising solution, allowing cities to transform neglected spaces into valuable assets.  At TrueGrid, we’re proud to support these redevelopment projects with our innovative permeable paving […]

  With increasing environmental concerns, we should start thinking about eco-friendly solutions for every aspect of our lives and businesses, and that includes pumpkin patches. Here are 11 of our best pumpkin patch ideas to help you create a long-lasting,  sustainable pumpkin patch. The Need for Sustainable Pumpkin Patches Traditional pumpkin patch designs can significantly […]

The construction industry is changing towards greener practices for a sustainable future. Sustainable construction materials are key to reducing environmental impact and improving the durability of structures. These materials play a crucial role in revolutionizing the industry’s commitment to sustainability and building in harmony with nature. The Building Industry Shift to Sustainable/Green Construction Materials The […]

There are many reasons why you might want to lay gravel on top of grass. Maybe you want to build a driveway out of gravel or you want to add a gravel extension to your already existing driveway.  You might be building a gravel walkway directly on top of grass, a patio, or some other […]

If you live in an area that experiences a lot of cold weather, you know all too well the effects of cold on a variety of exterior household materials. The cold makes things brittle and more vulnerable to certain types of damage. It can also wear down certain materials over time, especially if those materials […]

Our State and National Parks are some of the most beautiful and pristine areas of land in the world. From coast to coast, people enjoy going on hikes and generally admiring nature on land that’s been set aside for this specific reason. However, even State and National Parks require paving in certain areas, which can […]

Flooding has become a major problem in many coastal areas of the United States, particularly in the Southern states. Houston is one example of a major city that has seen unimaginable destruction and devastation in their city as a result of flooding. Being situated just barely above sea level, Houston is forced to take the […]

Universities tend to be some of the most forward-thinking places on Earth. Especially when it comes to environmental awareness, they’re always looking for the latest and greatest technology to help reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability. Impermeable pavement like concrete and asphalt is one of the largest producers of carbon emissions that we have, which […]

Concrete is one of the most harmful construction materials on the planet when it comes to measuring its environmental impact. The process by which concrete is made releases tons of CO2 into the atmosphere and accounts for about 8% of the world’s carbon dioxide emissions while consuming nearly 3% of its energy supply. However, since concrete […]

As populations around the world continue to increase and the climate crisis grows more concerning with each passing day, the need for sustainable development in all shapes and sizes has never been higher. This means we need new construction methods, materials, and strategies that are as eco-friendly as possible. Environmental Sustainability & Sustainable Development Examples […]