Articles
It’s Water, Stupid!
An overview of the severity of the international water crisis and efforts to address it in Europe through green infrastructure policies and regulations, including the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive and the recent adoption of the Nature Restoration Law.
Cultivating Change: The Role of Urban Agriculture in European Policy
Explore urban agriculture's potential in European policy. Understand how to address food security, environmental challenges, emphasizing the need for innovation and sustainable urban development.
Unveiling A Breathtaking Green Roof First Conceived By Hundertwasser
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.
Industry Leaders Support Innovative European Union Policy Advancements Regarding Green Infrastructure
This article highlights 2023 policy and regulatory advancements on green infrastructure support within the European Union, and suggests a path forward for greening cities.
An Innovative Approach to Securing Green Roof Maintenance in Shiraz
The City Council of Shiraz secures green roof maintenance by requiring developers to set aside maintenance funds for five years and inspecting maintenance annually.
Going Soilless and Low Maintenance in Singapore
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.
Building Resilient and Green Futures With the European Union’s New Climate-Resilient Construction Guidance Document
Learn more about the European Commissions’ new guidance document on climate-resilient building practices and the multiple roles of green roofs and walls.
Harvesting the Future: Stormwater-Powered Living Walls
In the world of sustainable architecture, stormwater driven living walls are a revolutionary green building practice. Discover Enni Headquarters in Moers, Germany, with its remarkable 650 sqm living wall, ingeniously irrigated by harvested stormwater. Learn about the smart systems, underground reservoirs, and interdisciplinary collaborations making this green oasis a symbol of urban sustainability.
Østerbro Klimakvarter – The First Climate Adaptation Neighborhood in Denmark
A decade ago, the City of Copenhagen began redesigning neighborhoods, transforming them into climate adaptation projects, using community lead, integrated stormwater management approaches to cool cities, reduce flooding and provide amenity spaces. Learn about the design and performance of one of the first climate adapted neighborhoods in Copenhagen.
The Scandinavian Green Roof Institute
Since 2001 the Scandinavian Green Roof Institute has worked to advance blue-green infrastructure, with an integrated approach to stormwater management protecting the eco-city of Augustenborg from a 4.75 inch rainfall in six hours. Learn more about the Institute’s services and accomplishments.