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Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 11/3/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 11/3/21

The Nature of Soundscaping

Habitat Soundscaping’s Evan Benway reveals how nature-inspired audio and visuals are increasing productivity and decreasing stress levels in the physical workplace.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 11/2/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 11/2/21

Prague’s First Blue-Green District Combines Modern Design, Sustainability, and Community

With the Modřanský Cukrovar development, Skanska is creating a unique city district focused on sustainability, innovation and a neighborly vibe.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 11/1/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 11/1/21

What Goes on Inside Leeds’ Vertical Garden and the Tallest 'Living Wall'

The Leeds Recycling and Energy Recovery facility (RERF) is the flagship development at the heart of Leeds’ integrated waste strategy for the next two decades

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 10/29/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 10/29/21

LAF Accepting Applications for the 2022 CSI Program

The Case Study Investigation (CSI) program is a unique research collaboration and training program for faculty, students, and practitioners.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 10/13/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 10/13/21

It’s a Jungle in Here: the Rise of the ‘Biophilic’ Home

Green walls, indoor plants and natural materials are all part of the plan for greener living

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 10/11/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 10/11/21

Iconic Biowall Installation Reconfigured for Optimal Sustainability and Maintenance

The Biowall — that 22-foot- wide, 80-foot-tall functional wall of air-purifying plants that proudly stands in the building’s lobby— has been undergoing renovations since August.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 10/6/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 10/6/21

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

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 10/4/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 10/4/21

Amid Climate Change and Inequality, ‘Heat Islands’ Pose a Threat

Urban areas with plenty of pavement and few trees are trapping heat, making things hard on residents with health conditions

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/28/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/28/21

CitiesAlive 2021: Designing for Multi-functionality Launches

CitiesAlive goes global and virtual during the ongoing pandemic.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/28/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/28/21

City of San Diego Releasing Plan to Tackle Climate Change

The City of San Diego is getting ready to release a climate action plan.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/27/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/27/21

There's Now a Farm and Orchard on Top of the Javits Center

The plan is to grow up to 40,000 pounds of produce each year

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/24/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/24/21

Could Biophilic Design Give Your Home a Boost?

As we recover from the effects of a global pandemic and adjust to hybrid working patterns, our need to reconnect with the outside world has never seemed greater. Could biophilic design in our homes and shared spaces be the answer?

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/20/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/20/21

Could Green Roofs on Schools Be a Climate Solution?

Inside the Public School Green Rooftop Program Act—and green roofs themselves

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/16/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/16/21

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.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/14/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/14/21

Algae-based Irrigation System To Be The First Of A New Generation Of “Living Architecture?”

Researchers at the Egypt-based British University and Cosign Group have 3D printed an algae-loaded filament into an eco-friendly rooftop-mountable water irrigation system.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/13/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/13/21

See Inside Utah’s First ‘Living Building’ — Can This Approach Help Save The World?

Architects transform their Salt Lake City offices into a workspace that is greener, healthier, happier and prettier for them and the planet.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/11/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/11/21

Green roof on Saanich’s Vancity Helps Reduce energy costs

Developer encourages District of Saanich to advocate for similar commercial treatments

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/10/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/10/21

Why Green Offices Boost Productivity

More than a breath of fresh air, green offices can boost workspace productivity and save organisations thousands of dollars by dramatically reducing illness and absenteeism.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/9/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/9/21

Prescribing Nature: Research Suggests The Outdoors Are Good For Your Mental Health

Dr. Melissa Lem says spending time outdoors can clear our minds, lower our stress

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/8/21 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 9/8/21

Green Roofs May Improve PV System Performance By 8%

German solar company Polarstern sees many performance-enhancing effects when photovoltaic systems are combined with green roofs.