A Vancouver Island municipality is looking at new ways to keep the city green: by switching to artificial turf in some local green spaces. The mayor of Langford, B.C., says the move could help save money and keep city workers safer. Artificial grass doesn't need nearly as much maintenance and so employees aren't sent out to water, fertilize, weed and cut as often. ( Michael Mcarthur/CBC)'Money-saver'While installing artificial turf is several times more expensive than real grass, Young said the fake option pays for itself after three years. Not everyone is a fan of the fake, Young admitted, but most residents see the practical side of it.

Source: CBC News March 15, 2019 14:39 UTC