Eric Fuselier presents on how lawns can be better managed to reduce their environmental impacts.
Lawns are estimated to cover 40 million acres in the United States. Each year in the United States, an estimated 325 trillion gallons of water, 90 million pounds of fertilizer, and 78 million pounds of pesticides are applied to lawns, impacting nearby wildlife and water resources. In this program you’ll learn about the history of the American lawn and how they came to dominate the suburban landscape, and how lawns can be better managed to reduce their environmental impacts. Tired of mowing? You'll also learn about alternatives to lawns that are less maintenance and more environmentally friendly.
About Eric Fuselier:
Eric Fuselier is a Project Scientist/Environmental with olsson. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Soil, and Water Science from the University of Arkansas, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Louisiana Tech University. Eric has extensive knowledge of wetland science, soil science, and botany, and is a certified Professional Wetland Scientist. Eric is the President of the Arkansas Native Plant Society. He is an Executive Board Member of the South Central Chapter of the Society of Wetland Scientists, and serves as President of the Board of Directors for the Ozark Natural Science Center. He is also a member of the National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) and the Society for Ecological Restoration (SER).
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