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Lexington recognizes new Green Check businesses

Lexington recognizes new Green Check businesses

This year, the City of Lexington is welcoming 12 new businesses to Green Check, a green business sustainability certification program. An additional nine businesses are recertifying as Green Check members, solidifying their commitment to the program for another three years. New honorees include: Floracliff Nature Sanctuary (Gold), Artworks at the […]

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Scorecard Highlights: Permeable Pavement

Scorecard Highlights: Permeable Pavement

Permeable pavement is a system that allows water to drain through it’s porous surface into an underground reservoir or rock bed. The water will then slowly release into the soil below. This system’s ability to divert pollutants and control the movement of stormwater makes installing permeable pavement a high scoring […]

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Green Check Your Green Space

Green Check Your Green Space

With spring in full bloom, take a look at some of the projects Green Check businesses have adopted to make their outdoor space more sustainable. Rain Gardens Rain gardens are located on shallow depressions and capture runoff from impervious surfaces, such as rooftops, patios, driveways, and parking lots, before it […]

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