About PLANT Group
Connecting humans and nature to create climate solutions
Our Mission
PLANTGROUP is a collective of engineers, growers, and designers dedicated to connecting humans with nature and creating innovative climate solutions. We believe that by learning about nature together, we can build a more sustainable future for our planet.
Our mission is to protect and preserve the planet's resources by deepening our understanding and appreciation of nature through technology designed to create a more sustainable world. We bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology, regenerative agriculture, and thoughtful design to develop practical solutions that address climate change while fostering a deeper connection between people and the natural world.
Since our founding, we've been committed to creating systems, spaces, and technologies that have measurable environmental impact. Our work spans from small urban gardens to large-scale regenerative agriculture projects, always with the goal of creating solutions that work with nature rather than against it.
What We Do
🏗️ Farm Design & Installation
We specialize in comprehensive farm design, installation, and maintenance services. Our team creates living landscapes and regenerative food projects from concept to completion. We provide landscape drawings, renderings, and community-driven design processes that ensure projects meet both environmental and community needs.
Our design services include urban farm design-build, edible landscapes, native plant installations, green roof systems, and soil testing and remediation. We work closely with clients to understand their goals and create solutions that are both beautiful and functional.
💻 Technology & Automation
Our engineering team develops fully customizable software and IoT systems for farms and green buildings. We create smart irrigation systems with real-time soil monitoring, greenhouse automation (lights, pumps, HVAC), renewable energy integration, and comprehensive environmental monitoring solutions.
Our technology services include custom software and app development, database architecture and optimization, machine learning applications, data analytics for real-time sensor data, and agile project management. We put powerful automation right at your fingertips.
🌱 Regenerative Agriculture
We design and implement regenerative agriculture systems that restore soil health, increase biodiversity, and sequester carbon. Our growers bring expertise in organic farming, permaculture, and regenerative practices that work with natural ecosystems.
We specialize in native plant installations, perennial landscapes, edible food forests, and systems that support local wildlife and pollinators. Our approach focuses on creating self-maintaining systems that improve over time.
📊 Data & Analytics
We develop comprehensive data analytics solutions for agricultural and environmental monitoring. Our services include real-time sensor data analysis, environmental impact dashboards, geospatial data and GIS mapping, and carbon market integration.
For organizations like the Ecosystem Services Market Consortium, we create software solutions that help track and verify environmental benefits, supporting carbon markets and ecosystem services programs.
⚡ Renewable Energy Integration
We design and install solar thermal and photovoltaic systems, integrate renewable energy with agricultural operations, and create automated systems that optimize energy use. Our work includes HVAC design-build and automation for green buildings.
We help clients reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining productive agricultural and landscape systems, creating truly sustainable operations.
👥 Community Engagement
We believe in community-driven design and actively engage with communities throughout the design and installation process. We conduct surveys, host workshops, and provide environmental education to ensure projects serve both environmental and community goals.
Our community garden projects, like Grace West Manor, demonstrate how thoughtful design and community engagement can create spaces that improve both environmental health and resident well-being.
Our Values
- Sustainability: Every solution we develop prioritizes long-term environmental health and resource conservation.
- Community: We believe in the power of collective learning and shared knowledge to drive positive change.
- Innovation: We combine traditional wisdom with modern technology to create effective climate solutions.
- Accessibility: We make sustainable practices accessible to everyone, regardless of background or experience.
- Connection: We foster deeper relationships between humans and the natural world through education and experience.
Our Track Record
PLANTGROUP has achieved significant environmental impact across our projects. Our work has resulted in:
- 70,000+ gallons of rainwater diverted from stormwater systems, reducing flooding and recharging aquifers
- 3,500+ native plants planted, supporting local biodiversity and pollinator populations
- 350+ perennial shrubs installed, creating long-term carbon sequestration and habitat
- 250+ edible fruit trees planted, providing food security and ecosystem services
- 150+ trees planted, sequestering carbon and improving air quality
- 22+ acres of urban greening, transforming underutilized spaces into productive ecosystems
These numbers represent real environmental benefits: reduced stormwater runoff, increased carbon sequestration, improved air quality, enhanced biodiversity, and greater food security in urban areas.
Our Approach
At PLANTGROUP, we take a holistic approach to every project. We begin by understanding your goals, site conditions, and community needs. Then we design integrated systems that combine:
- Ecological Design: Systems that work with natural processes and improve over time
- Smart Technology: IoT sensors, automation, and data analytics that optimize resource use
- Community Engagement: Designs that serve both environmental and social goals
- Long-term Maintenance: Systems designed for sustainability and ease of care
- Measurable Impact: Projects that deliver quantifiable environmental benefits
We work with clients from initial concept through installation and ongoing maintenance, ensuring that projects continue to deliver value and environmental benefits for years to come.
Our Team & Expertise
PLANTGROUP brings together a diverse team of professionals with deep expertise in sustainable agriculture, environmental technology, engineering, and design. Our multidisciplinary approach combines knowledge from agriculture, engineering, environmental science, software development, and landscape design to create comprehensive solutions.
Engineering Expertise: Our engineering team includes certified professionals with backgrounds in environmental engineering, software development, and systems integration. They design and implement smart irrigation systems, IoT monitoring solutions, automation systems, and custom software that optimize resource use and improve productivity. Our engineers stay current with the latest technology developments and integrate innovative solutions into practical applications.
Agricultural Knowledge: Our growers bring years of hands-on experience in organic farming, permaculture, regenerative agriculture, and sustainable growing practices. They understand plant needs, soil health, pest and disease management, and how to create productive, resilient growing systems. This practical knowledge ensures that our designs work in real-world conditions and can be maintained effectively.
Design Excellence: Our design team combines ecological understanding with aesthetic sensibility to create beautiful, functional landscapes. They're trained in permaculture design, ecological landscape design, and sustainable site planning. Their work integrates native plants, water features, and productive elements into cohesive designs that serve both environmental and human needs.
Research & Development: We maintain partnerships with leading research institutions including Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability, allowing us to stay at the forefront of sustainable agriculture research and apply cutting-edge findings to our projects. Our work contributes to advancing the field through practical application and knowledge sharing.
Continuous Learning: Our team continuously learns and adapts based on project experience, research findings, and feedback from clients and communities. We attend conferences, participate in professional organizations, and engage with the broader sustainable agriculture community to stay current with best practices and emerging opportunities.
This combination of technical expertise, practical experience, and commitment to continuous improvement enables PLANTGROUP to deliver solutions that are both innovative and proven, creating lasting value for clients and the environment.
Join Our Community
Whether you're an experienced grower, a curious beginner, an engineer looking to apply your skills, a designer passionate about sustainable spaces, or an organization seeking environmental solutions, PLANTGROUP welcomes you. Together, we can learn, grow, and create solutions that make a real difference for our planet.
We're always looking to collaborate with like-minded individuals and organizations. If you're interested in partnering with us, contributing to our projects, or learning more about our work, we'd love to hear from you.