Elm’s Carbon sequestration project

Helping Iowa Businesses Enhance Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by Measuring and Optimizing Their Environmental Impact Through Carbon Data.

3 acres of turf

provides Clean Air

for 180 people

every day

University of Maryland Agriculture and Statistics Laboratory

ELM’S expert horticulturalists can…

  • Measure your business’s existing oxygen output regardless of your property size

  • Provide quantifiable data that showcases the direct results of your ecological Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives

  • Find the right mixture of plants for your property to achieve your CSR goals 

Our Approach

  • Comprehensive Site Analysis

    We conduct an initial assessment of your landscape to establish a carbon baseline by evaluating plant types, soil characteristics, and maintenance practices.

  • Strategic Landscape Planning

    Based on the analysis, we develop a customized plan to enhance carbon capture through careful plant and soil management. Our approach emphasizes native species and sustainable practices to maximize environmental impact.

  • Ongoing Monitoring and Reporting

    You’ll receive regular updates that track progress in carbon sequestration, providing transparency and measurable results to support your sustainability goals.

  • Maintenance for Optimal Results

    We can work with you to achieve lasting success for your ecological CSR initiatives as your long-term maintenance partner.

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About Carbon sequestration

  • Carbon sequestration is the process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂) to mitigate climate change. By optimizing natural processes, companies can use soil and vegetation as carbon storage tools. With strategic landscaping choices, such as native plantings and improved soil health, businesses can significantly reduce their carbon footprint while promoting a healthier environment.

  • With growing regulatory requirements for carbon reporting, carbon sequestration offers companies a way to offset emissions and stay competitive. Thoughtfully managed landscapes can serve as effective carbon sinks, enabling businesses to support ecosystem health and meet sustainability expectations.

  • Your business can:

    • Reduce Carbon Footprint: Comply with regulatory standards and reduce emissions.

    • Enhance Ecosystem Health: Improve soil and plant resilience.

    • Access Sustainability Data: Gain insights to drive broader sustainability initiatives.

    • Gain Market Advantage: Stay competitive by aligning with sustainability-driven consumer expectations.

  • By implementing sustainable landscaping practices, such as planting trees, creating green spaces, and improving soil health to capture and store carbon dioxide, ELM can help your business actively reduce your company’s carbon footprint.

    These efforts can bring measurable results that inform your corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives. Showcasing your commercial property’s tangible impact on global sustainability efforts and internal ecological impact goals.

Be Part of an Innovative, Sustainable Future

This initiative is an opportunity for forward-thinking businesses to make a tangible impact. By partnering with us, you’re joining an innovative movement that redefines commercial landscaping as a tool for carbon management and sustainability.