This article explores developments like modified native plant species, blue-green roof systems, bio-solar roof technology, slope stabilization, new plant species, maintenance technology, and innovative green infrastructure policies. These innovations aim to enhance sustainability, stormwater management, and biodiversity in urban environments.

This article chronicles the birth of LiveRoof® and profiles some of the many innovations that are at the heart of this company, such as how to make biodiverse green roofs more appealing to customers.

Join us for a conversation on the powerful impacts natural systems can have on our brain chemistry and psychology and the economic implications that has for how we consider and design our spaces.

In 1993, Whangārei’s Mayor, Stan Semenoff, invited Hundertwasser to design an art centre, a project that finally came to life in 2022. Learn about this magnificent biodiverse and biophilic building and its living and edible afforested roof in Whangārei, New Zealand.

To maximize ecosystem services, green roofs are being planted with greater plant diversity to better support biodiversity. This article looks at seven steps to re-innovate green roofs for biodiversity.

This article highlights 2023 policy and regulatory advancements on green infrastructure support within the European Union, and suggests a path forward for greening cities.  

This article explores technologies developed by American Hydrotech for implementing successful green roofs on a variety of different slopes demonstrated by a number of projects

How constant vigilance is required to maintain supportive policies for green roofs and other progressive building policies as demonstrated through the work of GRiT in Portland Oregon.

A brief history of solar PV and green roof technology coupled with the latest developments in biosolar rooftops, bifacial solar technology.

An exploration of the benefits of a green infrastructure asset management system and its potential benefits for contractors, clients and the industry. 

The City Council of Shiraz secures green roof maintenance by requiring developers to set aside maintenance funds for five years and inspecting maintenance annually. 

This article explores the many benefits of using Carlisle SynTec Systems’ new 16 Foot TPO rolls, resulting in fewer seams to have to weld together resulting in greater application efficiency. 

Learn about the unique approach to green infrastructure development through Mini Forests, also known as Miyawaki Forests, and the many social and ecological benefits they bring to urban areas.

This article explores the innovative use of soilless green roofs in urban development, focusing on Singapore's Bidadari Park Toilet Project by GWS Living Art. The GaiaMat™ system, incorporating soft weed vegetation, enhances biodiversity, reduces urban disturbances, and promotes sustainability in urban environments.

This study aims to describe the integration of green wall technologies and a tunnel ventilation facility, and models the potential ambient air quality improvement the green wall plants have through PM2.5 dry deposition.

This study repurposes automotive sheet metal into 300 modular living wall system (MLWS) planters, observing the cooling effects of 25 plant species on southeast-facing MLWS during summer. Results show Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sterntaler' achieving a 3.4 °C cooler ambient air temperature, highlighting MLWS's notable cooling effects in humid subtropical climates.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities celebrates a successful 2023, promoting green roofs and inspiring community initiatives. As they enter 2024's Legacy year, the focus is on recognizing pioneering cities, fostering collaboration, and planning for a sustainable urban future.