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New York Needs to Get Spongier—or Get Used to More Floods
Devastating deluges around the world point to the metropolis of tomorrow: the “sponge city.” Think more parks and fewer parking lots.
Secret Gardens: The Plants and Insects That Inhabit NYC's Green Roofs
The city might look like a concrete labyrinth from the ground, but its skies are teeming with life.
Discover How To Implement Green Roofs in New York City at the Grey to Green Conference
New York Region Grey to Green Conference takes place October 23-24, delving into the latest advancements in green infrastructure and sustainable urban development
Rooftop Gardens Pitched for Bus Stops as Cheap Remedy to NYC’s Flood Problems
As New York City spends billions preparing for its next flood, new research suggests a cheaper resource may already be scattered across the five boroughs
Green Roof Delivers Sustainability Benefits for Javits Center
Javits Center’s $1.5 billion expansion features a farm and orchard that raise green roof to new heights
New Study Provides First Look at Green Roof Distribution Across NYC
Green roofs cover less than 0.1% of New York City’s buildings, according to a new study, and more than half of them are concentrated in wealthier areas like midtown and downtown Manhattan.
New York City — Green Roofs or Solar, Do We Have To Choose? Symposium December 7th, 2022 To Explore Green Infrastructure and Stormwater Incentives in NYC
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is excited to explore new design projects and innovative ideas for stormwater and green infrastructure incentives in New York City
Baseline Analysis of Green Roof Distribution in New York City Published in Peer-Reviewed Journal, Ecology & Society
Green Roofs Cover Less Than 0.1% of New York City’s 1 Million+ Rooftops as of 2016.
New Bird Species Flock to Javits Center’s Green Roof
Two new wild bird species were recently identified at the Javits Center’s nearly seven-acre green roof, which has evolved into a unique wildlife sanctuary since its genesis in 2014.
Governor Hochul Announces New Rooftop Farm At The Jacob Javits Convention Center In Midtown, Manhattan
Following a $1.55 billion renovation, the Jacob K. Javits Center in Midtown, Manhattan now features a one-acre rooftop farm.
Mayor Adams Opens Rooftop Farm on Staten Island to Grow Organic Produce, Absorb Stormwater to Reduce Neighborhood Flooding
New rooftop farm on Staten Island grows food and absorbs stormwater.
NYC Youth Install Green Roof Atop St. Mary’s Rec Center in the Bronx
Students made the Bronx a little greener by installing 2,000 square feet of green roof atop the St. Mary’s Recreation Center in the South Bronx.
New York Green Roofs Seeking Project Manager/Estimator
Design/build and bid/build urban landscape firm New York Green Roofs is seeking a new project manager
NYC High Schoolers to Build Green Roofs in New Parks Dept. Program
The newly-created Youth Sustainability Corps will expand the 200,000 square feet of green roofs overseen by the Parks Dept. — rooftops outfitted with features like native plants, hydroponic towers and bee hives — by 50,000 square feet.
Green Roof Construction Progresses At 341 Ninth Avenue In West Chelsea, Manhattan
Construction is progressing on Manhattan’s largest outdoor roof deck atop the ten-story 341 Ninth Avenue in West Chelsea.
Green Roof’s Important Role in New York City’s Future Resilience
Cities like New York are ready to address their stormwater and urban heat island problem through innovative and multi-dimensional solutions.
Green Roofs Installed on Admiral’s Row Buildings at the Brooklyn Navy Yard
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection on Monday joined with Steiner NYC, developer of Steiner Studios, to announce the addition of three green roofs at Admiral’s Row in the Brooklyn Navy Yard
Newly Completed Javits Center Rooftop Includes One-Acre Working Farm
Work has been completed on a rooftop event space at the Javits Center, that includes a one-acre working farm.
Radio City Music Hall Will Finally Get Its Roof Garden After 90 Years
A garden for the Rockettes! That’s the big revelation in the plans for Radio City Music Hall, approved with enthusiasm by the Landmarks Preservation Commission last week.