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Geosynthetics in Low Impact Development
May 15th, 2023
Traditional stormwater systems throughout the country are aging. Meanwhile, municipalities are struggling to find cost-effective means of managing wet weather events. Traditional stormwater systems collect rain and/or snowmelt and carry it via piping networks to a nearby waterway, or wastewater treatment plant. In cases where stormwater is delivered directly to waterways, pollutants can be carried […]
Geosynthetics in agriculture
December 19th, 2022
Hydroponics represent a growth opportunity for geosynthetics and are becoming increasingly popular, especially in urban areas. Here, a hydroponics farm designed by Hydronov LLC incorporates a Viaflex Dura-Skrim® R12BV geosynthetic liner supplied by International Cover Systems (ICS). Such liners help contain the water that feeds the systems. Photo: Hydronov LLC The list of concerns hitting […]
Geomembranes for agriculture protect environment
March 9th, 2022
Experts at International Cover Systems Inc. discuss two major applications of geomembranes for agriculture that protect the environment. FIGURE 1 Large geomembrane-lined agricultural lagoon before filling. Photograph courtesy of International Cover Systems Inc. Many of us love meat and dairy, but most put little thought into the waste produced by the animals that bring us these tiers […]