Sustainability Posts

Parking lots often go unnoticed in urban landscapes, yet they quietly contribute to urban flooding, water pollution, and heat islands. With millions of square feet covered by asphalt and concrete, these spaces have become hidden drivers of environmental challenges—but it doesn’t have to be that way. The rise of green parking lots offers a smarter […]

Cities are getting hotter, and while there are a lot of reasons this is happening, one of the main culprits might surprise you – concrete and asphalt. This phenomenon, known as the urban heat island effect (UHI), essentially describes how urban areas experience higher temperatures than their rural surroundings. But what causes the urban heat […]

Low impact development (LID) is a forward-thinking set of urban planning practices that minimize environmental disruption while enhancing natural water management. As construction and urban development increase, the need to balance development with environmental sustainability has become super important. Low Impact Development addresses this challenge by focusing on practices that work with nature rather than […]

An urban heat island is a phenomenon that can cause a lot of damage, not just to roads and buildings but also to people. The concentration of buildings, roads, and other infrastructure absorbs and retains more heat than rural surroundings, leading to higher overall temperatures. This increase affects everything from air quality to energy use, […]

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 […]