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Winter 2025, Feature, Jason Brown Jason Brown Winter 2025, Feature, Jason Brown Jason Brown

New Trends in the Green Roof Industry: Four Innovations for the Future

Learn why engineered green roof soil is essential for long-term performance and plant health on rooftops. This article explores lightweight, durable green roof growing media, flexible soil systems for diverse applications, deeper soil solutions for amenity-focused roofs, and science-backed product development that meets industry standards and evolving design goals.

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Spring 2025, Case Study, Katina Bentley Katina Bentley Spring 2025, Case Study, Katina Bentley Katina Bentley

A Decade of Green Innovation and Fresh Produce at the Park

Fenway Farms celebrates a decade of sustainability at Boston’s historic Fenway Park, producing thousands of pounds of fresh produce annually. This pioneering rooftop farm showcases how urban agriculture can thrive in unconventional spaces while enhancing community engagement and environmental stewardship.

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Winter 2024, From the Founder, Steven Peck, GRP and Michael DiMezza, GRP Steven Peck and Michael DiMezza Winter 2024, From the Founder, Steven Peck, GRP and Michael DiMezza, GRP Steven Peck and Michael DiMezza

It’s Time for Major Innovation For Market Transformation

This article explores how cities like Portland can achieve Project Drawdown’s 9% green roof coverage target by 2050 through innovative economic strategies, public-private partnerships, and workforce development. Scaling green roofs transforms urban infrastructure, delivers climate benefits, and generates local jobs while addressing market limitations and the climate crisis.

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Winter 2023, From the Founder, Steven Peck, GRP Steven Peck Winter 2023, From the Founder, Steven Peck, GRP Steven Peck

Seven Innovations That Are Speeding the Adoption of Living Architecture Technology

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.

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