The Tencate Sustainability Blog

At Tencate, we’re dedicated to the pursuit of fair, safe, and sustainable play for all. Here’s where we share our ideas about the benefits of artificial turf in communities far and wide, as well as our continued efforts toward ensuring that our turf can be sustainable from manufacturing through to end-of-life.

Case Study: Pivot^® Performance Turf Elevates Community Athletics at Mt. Diablo High School

November 17, 2025/in Uncategorized/by Jacob Fields

Background Melanie Koslow, Executive Director of Maintenance, Operations and Facilities for Mt. Diablo School District, found herself at a crossroads. The existing artificial turf field at Mt. Diablo High School in Concord, California, had reached the end of its lifespan sooner than expected due to drainage issues that accelerated its deterioration. The school needed a replacement artificial turf field so that play didn’t have to be put on pause. […]

It’s Back-to-School Season: The Many Benefits of Play for Students

September 3, 2025/in Uncategorized/by Jacob Fields

Most parents are familiar with the benefits of play. From expelling energy, having fun, and engaging with their peers, play keeps kids young and joyful. Fostering a love of sports, movement or play early on can help kids continue to be active as they grow. There are good reasons for it, too. Low levels of […]

Case Study: Safe, Low-Maintenance Artificial Turf Creates a Destination for Play

July 10, 2025/in Uncategorized/by Jacob Fields

Background Colby Fulfer, Chief of Staff for the City of Springdale, Arkansas, isn’t afraid to jump into cutting edge products and technologies, as long as he’s done his homework. So, when it came time to install 14 new sports fields in 2023, he was looking for the best playing surface on the market that would […]