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CitiesAlive 2024: 20th Anniversary Conference Unveils Six Exclusive Masterclasses on Green Infrastructure
This year’s conference features an exciting lineup of six new masterclasses.
The Green Wall Revolution: How Vertical Gardens are Purifying Urban Air
As cities grapple with increasing air pollution, these innovative gardens offer a promising solution.
CitiesAlive 2024 20th Anniversary Celebration: Call For Proposals & Research Papers Now Open!
We are now accepting powerpoint presentations and research paper proposals for the 20th Anniversary of CitiesAlive held in the City of Toronto from November 6-9, 2024
Researchers Reveal the Best Living Wall Plants to Reduce Air Pollution
A study has named three plants the most effective to use on a living wall to clean up the air in your home and yard
CitiesAlive 2024 20th Anniversary Celebration:Call For Proposals & Research Papers Now Open!
The CitiesAlive 2024 Advisory Committee seeks practical, dynamic, and interactive presentations on a number of emergent green infrastructure research topics
Save the Date: CitiesAlive 20th Anniversary Conference in Toronto - November 6-9, 2024
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is thrilled to announce that the 20th Anniversary of CitiesAlive will be held in the City of Toronto from November 6-9, 2024. Session and paper proposal submission are open now!
How to Use Vertical Farming for Sustainable Living
Viewed by many as the solution, vertical farming is the practice of stacking layers of crops atop each other, using humanity’s latest design and engineering tech to grow more with less space.
Green Roof for Healthy Cities Announces Green Infrastructure Research Symposium: Unveiling Urban Sustainability Solutions
Exploration of the latest trends and developments in green infrastructure research and sustainable urban solutions takes place virtually on October 25th
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
Commissioner Randy Hayman, Philadelphia Water Department to Keynote at the Grey to Green Conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities North America (GRHC) is thrilled to announce that Commissioner Randy Hayman of the Philadelphia Water Department will deliver the keynote address at the Grand Rapids Grey to Green Conference on August 10
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Presents the Grand Rapids Grey to Green Conference, Fostering Sustainable and Resilient Communities
Discover the processes for creating a sustainable and resilient community in Grand Rapids on August 9-10, 2023!
Indoor Plants Can Quickly Remove Dangerous Toxins From Air
New research has found that plants can efficiently remove toxic gasoline fumes from indoor air.
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Releases Biodiversity Issue of the Living Architecture Monitor Magazine in Celebration of the Summer Solstice
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is pleased to announce that a new issue of the Living Architecture Monitor magazine is now available which celebrates and promotes biodiversity.
New Living Architecture Academy Virtual Course on Green Wall Design: Installation and Maintenance
The Green Walls Committee of Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is thrilled to launch Green Wall Design: Installation and Maintenance
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Announces Lily Turner as New Board Member and Green Walls Committee Chair
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC) is proud to announce its latest board member and Green Walls Committee Chair, Lily Turner.
Vertical Green-Living Walls Save up to 20% of Energy Used in Closed Spaces
Researchers found that vertical green-living walls can save up to 20 per cent of the energy used for air circulation in closed offices and spaces.
Discovering Boston's Green Infrastructure: Tours of Innovative Award Winning Green Roofs to be Held During 2023 Boston Grey to Green Conference
The 2023 Boston Grey to Green Conference will be providing a series of unique tours to help explore green infrastructure in the Boston area.
How Living Walls Can Transform Terminals From ‘Non-Places’ to Natural Space
There is now overwhelming evidence of the value of adding plants and living walls to our indoor spaces, from offices and hospitals to shopping malls and airports.
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Announces Grey to Green Boston Conference: April 23-24 2023
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC) is excited to announce the Boston Grey to Green Conference, to be held in person on April 23-24
Report: Green Buildings Carry Lower Life Cycle Cost
With the rise in concern on the issue of climate change, there is increasing pressure on industries, such as construction to minimise its environmental impacts for a more sustainable future.