Sustainability

residents and staff at the hydroponic lab

Kendal~Crosslands Communities Residents Create Hydroponic Lab

Hydroponics is a 17th-century creation, but it has become a 21st-century popular innovation, increasing its use worldwide. Yet, unique to Chester County Life Plan Community, the Kendal at Longwood campus…

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Focus on Sustainability at Kendal

Published: January 12, 2017 Since its founding nearly 25 years ago, Kendal at Oberlin’s commitment to environmental stewardship has been unwavering. The retirement community’s focus includes energy conservation and sustainability…

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Sustainable Diet

Published: October 20, 2021 We hear a lot about the importance of eating healthy or following a diet low in sodium and fat and high in fruits and vegetables. So,…

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Scott Pusey

Zero Energy Ready Homes

Scott Pusey Sustainability is one of our core values at Kendal-Crosslands Communities, and whenever we add new homes to our community, we ensure they are built with sustainable practices in…

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Crosslands Groundbreaking Ceremony

Groundbreaking Ceremony Kennett Square –  On August 25, Kendal~Crosslands Communities celebrated the groundbreaking of eight new cottages and an apartment building featuring ten residences.  The new homes will be located…

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Recycling Trends

Published: August 19, 2021 When it comes to recycling, good news and not-so-good news, according to Recycle Track Systems “The State of Recycling: 2021 Trends and Beyond.” “Back in 1960,…

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Environmental Spotlight- Solar Power

Published: July 22, 2021 When it comes to sun facts, did you know: Since 2014, the average cost of solar PV (photovoltaic) panels has dropped nearly 70%; Solar panel efficiency…

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Architect's rendering of the front of Enso Village.

Ziegler Closes $297,030,000 Financing for Ensō Village

June 14, 2021—Bond proceeds will be applied toward the construction of the Community, which will include 221 independent living apartments, 30 assisted living apartments and 24 memory support apartments.

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Getting Started with Composting

Published: June 4, 2021 Making dirt makes a difference in our environment. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that in 2018, 2.6 million tons of food (4.1 percent of wasted…

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