Quiet. Clean. Smart. And now officially AGZA Green Zone Certified Level 1.
In a new milestone for sustainable land care, Prologis’ Chicago team has earned AGZA Green Zone® Certification for its transformative shift from gas-powered to battery-electric landscaping equipment across 400 properties. This recognition, presented by the American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA), celebrates Prologis’ commitment to healthier working conditions, operational efficiency, and climate-smart innovation.
“The Work Speaks for Itself”
AGZA Founder Dan Mabe commends Prologis’ leadership, highlighting the team's hands-on training, equipment investment, and commitment to data-driven performance tracking. The recognition ceremony also brought together stakeholders from the public and private sectors, underscoring that collaboration is key for enduring sustainable transformation.
The Shift to Battery-Electric
Through this initiative, Prologis has:
- Eliminated all two-stroke engine equipment for routine maintenance
- Deployed battery-powered edgers, trimmers, and blowers
- Reduced landscape-related noise by 50% to 70%
- Created safer and more comfortable work environments for maintenance crews and their tenants
These changes are not just technical upgrades—they’re a reflection of Prologis' broader sustainability goals, which prioritize low-emission operations and community well-being.
A Scalable Model for Clean Infrastructure
AGZA Green Zone Certification is a scalable model for nearly all Prologis markets, as well as cities and academic institutions looking to align landscape operations with:
- Decarbonization goals
- Noise reduction initiatives
- Improved Working Conditions
- Increased Profitability
As AGZA continues to partner with public and private leaders, the message is clear: low-impact land care is achievable with the proper guidance, education, and hardware.
Congratulations to the Prologis Chicago team!
Their leadership is setting the pace for cleaner, quieter communities across the nation.
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American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) is the global leader in zero-emission, sustainable grounds maintenance strategies. AGZA educates and accredits commercial grounds maintenance crews as AGZA Service Providers, and certifies properties maintained with quiet zero-emission cordless electric equipment and hand tools as AGZA Green Zones®.
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Dan Mabe
AGZA Founder and President
Principal CEO at Gardenland Power Equipment & Co-Founder and CEO of Towa Industries Inc.
Roger Phelps joined STIHL Inc. in 2001 and is currently the Corporate Communications Manager. In that position he is responsible for creating and telling the STIHL story through integrated event marketing, strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and digital and social media with the goal of increasing the visibility of and affinity for the STIHL brand and over 10,000 STIHL dealers. He attended the U.S. Naval Academy and served 10 years in the U.S. Navy attaining the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He has serves on the National Association of Landscape Professionals Foundation Board of Directors, the National Association of State Park Directors Leadership School Board of Regents, and the Professional Grounds Management Society Board of Directors.
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